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Wedowee, AL

Alabama · Randolph County

Wedowee is a small town in Alabama with a population of 905. Residents earn $41,635 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
905 Population 259/sq mi density
$41,635 Median Income $22,480 per capita
$189,300 Home Value $321,915 Zillow
$642 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
495 Violent Crime/100K 4,579 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,635 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$189,300 home value, $642/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
495 violent crimes/100K (30% above avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $41,635
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,300
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 495/100K
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $642
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

How Wedowee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population905
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,635
Per Capita$22,480
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$690M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$189,300
Rent$642
Ownership65.9%
Zillow$321,915
Housing Units494
Rent Burden29.6%

Crime

F
Violent495/100K
Property4,579/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault495/100K
Burglary1,485/100K

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking16.1%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation850 ft (259 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+76.2%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score3.96

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute25 min
Broadband74.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Wedowee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wedowee receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Wedowee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wedowee is $41,635, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wedowee is $189,300, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 495 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,579 per 100,000, 134% above the national average.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. School test scores average 4/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Wedowee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wedowee has a population of 905 with a density of 259 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (64.3%), with 25.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92% of residents, while 8% speak Spanish. 2.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 24.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

905
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wedowee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish 8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wedowee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wedowee is $41,635, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,480 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $830, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 470 business establishments, including 33 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 12.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Wedowee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,635
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,480
Avg Weekly Wage$830
IRS Avg AGI$56,288
Gini Index0.470 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)470
County GDP$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare29
Retail77
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,303
34% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wedowee is $189,300, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,915, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 65.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 494 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $2,303 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 29.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,300
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,915

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$642
45% below US avg
Rent Burden29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.9%
Owner-Occupied65.9%
Renter-Occupied34.1%
Housing Units494
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,303
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Wedowee, 37.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 39.3% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 15.4% report binge drinking. 26.7% are physically inactive. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 10.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,665. The dentist ratio is 1:11,240. 40.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Wedowee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,665
Dentists1:11,240
Mental Health1:3,255
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death11,834/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access40.7%
Healthcare Facilities29
Wedowee has a violent crime rate of 495 per 100,000 residents, 30% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 495.1 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,579 per 100,000, 134% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,351, burglary at 1,485, vehicle theft at 743 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wedowee receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Wedowee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent495.1/100K
30% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault495.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,579.2/100K
134% above US avg
Burglary1,485.2/100K
Theft2,351.5/100K
Vehicle Theft742.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents11
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Wedowee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 850 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation850 ft (259 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates33.3080°N, 85.4865°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyRandolph County County
Nearest AirportAnniston Regional (ANB)
29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
40% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.57"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.19"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score30.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability66.9 / 100
Community Resilience23.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 25, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 133 km
Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 138 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 137 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 107 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 127 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 132 km
Mar 20, 2004 11 km NW of Wilton, Alabama M3.0 140 km
Sep 13, 2011 1 km NNW of Leeds, Alabama M3.0 103 km
Sep 19, 1990 6 km NNW of Menlo, Georgia M2.9 137 km
Mar 28, 1991 5 km NNW of Westover, Alabama M2.9 99 km
May 19, 1997 9 km NNW of Trion, Georgia M2.9 147 km
Feb 17, 1991 6 km N of Goldville, Alabama M2.9 33 km
Apr 29, 2003 8 km ENE of Fort Payne, Alabama M2.6 130 km
Apr 15, 2001 12 km SW of Talladega, Alabama M2.6 67 km
Apr 15, 2001 9 km E of Bon Air, Alabama M2.6 70 km
Sep 14, 2011 0 km WNW of Trussville, Alabama M2.6 110 km
Feb 7, 2007 7 km N of Trion, Georgia M2.6 145 km
May 28, 2004 2 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M2.6 132 km
Jun 2, 2017 7 km NW of Broomtown, Alabama M2.6 123 km
Feb 25, 2025 8 km N of Menlo, Georgia M2.6 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Michael (2018, Cat 3).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Michael Category 3 200 km
2004 Ivan Category 2 297 km
1995 Opal Category 1 164 km
1985 Kate Category 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

505 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 104 fatalities, 1,500 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 25, 2021 EF4 28 km 0
Mar 3, 2019 EF4 96 km 23
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 77 km 22
Jan 24, 1964 EF4 88 km 10
May 1, 1953 EF4 42 km 7
Mar 26, 2023 EF3 54 km 0
Jan 12, 2023 EF3 95 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 72 km 6
Mar 19, 2018 EF3 73 km 0
Apr 29, 2014 EF3 97 km 0
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 65 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 86 km 2
Mar 15, 2008 EF3 94 km 2
Feb 26, 2008 EF3 33 km 0
Jan 2, 2006 EF3 98 km 0
Dec 16, 2000 EF3 92 km 0
Mar 18, 1996 EF3 89 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 87 km 0
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 78 km 0
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 72 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,740 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 7,740 55 km
2013 UNNAMED 6,320 49 km
2016 UNNAMED 5,844 58 km
2017 UNNAMED 5,157 59 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,199 44 km
2014 HOUCK CREEK 3,857 49 km
2022 SC 540C/CHOCCOLOCCO 3,750 59 km
2020 SC WEST END C AND D 3,538 56 km
2010 UPPER SHOAL 3,512 53 km
2010 WIREGRASS 3,467 63 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,410 53 km
1998 CHEAHA WILDERNESS 3,299 36 km
2018 HOUCK CREEK 3,188 49 km
2021 TL TYLER WEST 3,148 53 km
2007 PENTECOST 3,095 82 km
2010 BANKHEAD I 3,027 45 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,871 40 km
2024 AL-MLR UNITS 2/3 RX 2,836 53 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,777 45 km
2019 TL BUNN 2,688 39 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 5.6 in
March 53°F (12°C) 6.6 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 5.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
September 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
October 62°F (16°C) 3.2 in Driest
November 53°F (11°C) 4.3 in
December 45°F (7°C) 5.4 in

Wedowee has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.6") and October the driest (3.2").

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Wedowee is located in Randolph County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 19.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 82.2% of the vote, a 64.9-point margin. 74.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 29 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents11
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+76.2%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score3.96
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi
CountyRandolph County County

Services

Broadband Access74.3%
Avg Download Speed86.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants33
Retail Stores77

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%
Average costs for common services in Wedowee. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$494
Toddler$493
Preschool$493
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$448
Toddler$448
Preschool$448
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Randolph County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,048 33 $46,798 2.61
Retail Trade 792 84 $30,636 1.62
Transportation & Warehousing 199 20 $53,672 0.96
Finance & Insurance 181 24 $52,305 0.91
Construction 180 36 $53,506 0.70
Professional & Technical Services 76 35 $46,490 0.22
Other Services 58 18 $38,970 0.39
Real Estate 46 16 $30,362 0.61

Hospitals in Wedowee

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
TANNER MEDICAL CENTER-EAST ALABAMA Critical Access Hospitals Yes (256) 357-2111

Schools in Wedowee

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Randolph County High School High 468 21 22.3:1
Wedowee Elementary School Elementary 262 18 14.6:1
Wedowee Middle School Middle 184 11 16.7:1
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Radio Stations near Wedowee

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Wedowee

18 campgrounds found near Wedowee.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Eagleview Park 5.0/5 1 $175
Earl Cook Recreation Area 5.0/5 2 $150–$175
Glass Bridge Park 5.0/5 1 $75
Horace King Park 5.0/5 2 $100
Rocky Point Recreation Area 5.0/5 3 $75–$250
Sunny Point Park 5.0/5 1 $75
Veasey Creek Park 5.0/5 2 $75–$100
AMITY 4.7/5 75 $26–$36
Long Cane Recreation Area 4.6/5 2 $100–$150
R SHAEFER HEARD 4.6/5 117 $36–$72
WHITETAIL RIDGE 4.6/5 58 $36–$72
Anderson Park 4.5/5 1 $50
Holiday (Georgia) 4.5/5 130 $26–$310
R Shaefer Heard Day Use 3.7/5 2 $50
Hardley Creek Park 3.0/5 1 $175
Camping Free
McGee Bridge Park 1 $75
Yellowjacket Creek Recreation Area 1 $75

National Parks Near Wedowee

14 national parks and monuments found near Wedowee.

ParkTypeFee
Bush Head Shoals State Park State Park Free
Chattahoochee Bend State Park State Park Free
Cheaha State Park State Park Free
Chewacla State Park State Park Free
F. D. Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Freedom Riders National Monument National Monument Free
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park National Military Park Free
John Tanner State Park State Park Free
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park $5
Standing Boy Creek State Park State Park Free
Sweetwater Creek State Park State Park Free
Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Wind Creek State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Wedowee

27 trails found near Wedowee.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PINHOTI NRT 30.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 27.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
YELLOW HORSE TRAIL 12.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 4 ORANGE 8.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINHOTI NRT 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 1 WHITE 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
SKYWAY LOOP HIKING TRAIL 6.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 3 YELLOW 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINHOTI NRT 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ODUM SCOUT TRAIL 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WHITE HORSE TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINNABEE SILENT HIKING TRAIL 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NUBBIN CREEK HIKING TRAIL 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED HORSE TRAIL 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 2 BLUE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CAVE CREEK TRAIL - TALLADEGA 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINNABEE SILENT HIKING TRAIL 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAVE CREEK TRAIL - TALLADEGA 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NUBBIN CREEK HIKING TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BALD ROCK HIKING TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 5 KIDDIE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH CONNECTOR HIKING TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NUBBIN CREEK HIKING TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Libraries in Wedowee

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ROANOKE - ANNIE L. AWBREY PUBLIC LIBRARY736 COLLEGE STREET0.032,696

Farmers Markets in Wedowee

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cleburne County Farmers Market1401 Ross street07/08/2014 to Tue: 7:00 AM-;Thu: 1:00 PM-;
Randolph County Farmers Market2959 County Road 33305/09/2018 to 08/29/2018Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Yes
Town of Wadley Farmers MarketMain Street05/08/2018 to 08/28/2018Tue: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Gas Stations in Wedowee

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon
The Mad Indian

Pharmacies in Wedowee

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
H AND M DRUGS VITAL CARE 17216 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 431 256-357-4614

Cell Towers in Wedowee

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
End of Lamar StreetTOWER122
964 Bradford RoadTOWER98
4.8 km east of US Hwy 431TOWER98
47736 Highway 22 (130609)GTOWER96
6338 County Road 65 (130903)LTOWER95
6532 COUNTY ROAD 82 (86200)GTOWER95

Fire Stations in Wedowee

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
A & M Volunteer Fire Department2788 Old Highway 431Volunteer256-357-0114
New Hope Volunteer Fire Department3490 County RD 56Volunteer256-357-9153
Randolph Roanoke AVC Volunteer Fire Department960 Main STVolunteer256-357-2839
Wedowee Fire DepartmentPO Box 270Volunteer256-357-2125

Bridges in Wedowee

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1957366,946F
Arch (Deck)Concrete1926685,566F
CulvertConcrete1959215,566F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19814265,051G
CulvertConcrete1963373,452F
Tee BeamConcrete19632382,623F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19781,5101,727F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20063451,000G
Channel BeamConcrete200869400G
Tee BeamConcrete1962177320F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1970191265F
Tee BeamConcrete1955136250F
CulvertConcrete197422250G
CulvertConcrete195730250F
Tee BeamConcrete1963204245F
CulvertConcrete196538125F
CulvertConcrete196339125F
Tee BeamConcrete1957150120F
CulvertConcrete20163153G
CulvertConcrete19852250G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19905030G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19582725F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19642722F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19919320F
Channel BeamConcrete19996820G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19692218P

Correctional Facilities in Wedowee

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
RANDOLPH COUNTY JAIL1 N MAINCOUNTY72-999OPEN

Airports Near Wedowee

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anniston Regional AirportANBMedium Airport
Answered Prayer AirportSmall Airport
Ashland/Lineville AirportSmall Airport
Auburn University Regional AirportAUOSmall Airport
Ayresouth AirportSmall Airport
Big Sky Farms AirportSmall Airport
C&R Farm AirportSmall Airport
Diamond R Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Dresden AirportSmall Airport
Dugger's FieldSmall Airport
Earl L. Small Jr. Field/Stockmar AirportSmall Airport
Edwards Farm AirportSmall Airport
Epic FieldSmall Airport
Erlen AirportSmall Airport
Falcons Aerie AirportSmall Airport
Flying Frog Field AirportSmall Airport
Flying N Estates AirportSmall Airport
Flying Tigers Winery & Resort AirportSmall Airport
Flying W Farms AirportSmall Airport
Grayhill AirportSmall Airport
Gum Creek AirportSmall Airport
Harris County AirportPIMSmall Airport
Hickory Grove STOLportSmall Airport
Kolibri AirportSmall Airport
LaGrange Callaway AirportLGCSmall Airport
Lanett Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lucky Lairds Landing AirportSmall Airport
Lyons Landing AirportSmall Airport
M K FieldSmall Airport
McIntosh FieldSmall Airport
Mclendon FieldSmall Airport
Murphy's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Newnan Coweta County AirportSmall Airport
Northeast Alabama Regional AirportGADSmall Airport
Panacea AirportSmall Airport
Panther Creek AirportSmall Airport
Pinewood AirportSmall Airport
Polk County Airport- Cornelius Moore FieldSmall Airport
Rayworth LandingSmall Airport
Richards AirportSmall Airport
Roanoke Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Silver Comet Field at Paulding Northwest Atlanta AirportSmall Airport
Smisson FieldSmall Airport
Sommerset StripSmall Airport
Sunset StripSmall Airport
Talladega Municipal AirportASNSmall Airport
Thomas C Russell FieldALXSmall Airport
WCC AirportSmall Airport
West Georgia Regional Airport / O V Gray FieldSmall Airport
Willow Point AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Wedowee

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Allen's Food Marts Inc 76Convenience Store1308 Main St S
DOLLAR GENERAL 0505Other17042 Highway 431
Dollar General 20059Other7578 Highway 48
Lake Wedowee Bait And TackleConvenience Store13447 Highway 48
Mad Indian Quickie MartConvenience Store7583 Highway 48
Main Street Food MartConvenience Store444 Main St N
PERRYLAND FOODSGrocery Store17 1st St NE
W M GROCERYSuper Store190 Village Ln

Post Offices in Wedowee

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wedowee Post Office

Treatment Centers in Wedowee

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bridge Inc - RightStep Recovery Center for TeensSubstance Abuse256-276-4252

DOL Wage Violations in Wedowee

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,102 in back wages owed to 20 employees.

3
Violations
$9,102
Back Wages Owed
20
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Subway Subway 36278 1 $5,107 $1,277 4
Wee Kids Daycare 36278 1 $3,389 $339 10
Subway # 27228 a/k/a Subway of Wedowee Subway 36278 1 $606 $101 6

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wedowee

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AUSLINS CHAPEL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT3400 COUNTY ROAD 804
CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH INC9611 OLD HIGHWAY 431
POWER OF THE WORD MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 1137

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wedowee

What is the population of Wedowee?

Wedowee has a population of 905 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 259 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Wedowee expensive to live in?

Wedowee is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $41,635, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $189,300 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wedowee safe?

The violent crime rate in Wedowee is 495 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,579 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wedowee receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wedowee?

Wedowee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Wedowee?

The job market in Wedowee is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $830. There are 470 business establishments in the area, including 33 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 12.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wedowee?

The median home value in Wedowee is $189,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,915. For renters, the median monthly rent is $642. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,303.

How are the schools in Wedowee?

Schools in Wedowee have an average test score of 4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 19.3% of adults in Wedowee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wedowee?

The obesity rate in Wedowee is 37.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 26.7% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 10.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 40.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,665.

What is transportation like in Wedowee?

The average commute in Wedowee is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wedowee?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wedowee is 64.3% White, 25.7% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 92% of residents speak only English at home, while 8% speak Spanish. 2.0% of the population are military veterans. 24.4% of residents have a disability. 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

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