Whatley, AL

Alabama

Whatley is a small town in Alabama with a population of 285. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
285 Population 221/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $23,571 per capita
N/A Home Value $112,613 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 23.1% unemployment
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 23.1%
542% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population285
Median Age22.6 yrs
Density221/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$23,571
Unemployment23.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,130M
Commute52 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,613

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.4 in/yr
Elevation166 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+77.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute52 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries3

Is Whatley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whatley receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Whatley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whatley is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 23.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Whatley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Whatley has a population of 285 with a density of 221 people per square mile. The median age is 22.6 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%).

Population

285
Total Population
221
People / sq mi
22.6yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28.8%
Female 71.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Whatley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whatley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whatley is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Whatley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,571
Avg Weekly Wage$986
IRS Avg AGI$56,349

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.1%
542% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)730
County GDP$1,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare53
Retail128
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,289
63% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$112,613

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,289
63% below US avg
In Whatley, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure42.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.7%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.7%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death16,382/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access54.1%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Whatley has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.4 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation166 ft (51 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density221/sq mi
Coordinates31.6463°N, 87.7108°W
County FIPS01025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.1-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+77.5%
School Test Score4.40
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density221/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants57
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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