White Hall, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

White Hall is a small town in Alabama with a population of 649. Residents earn $29,545 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
649 Population 42/sq mi density
$29,545 Median Income $31,477 per capita
$56,000 Home Value
$841 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$29,545 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,000 home value, $841/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,545
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $841
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.8%
64% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.7%
196% higher than US avg

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

People

Population649
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,545
Per Capita$31,477
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty36.7%
County GDP$538M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,000
Rent$841
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity52.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Elevation148 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+90.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 68%
Commute33 min
Broadband48.5%
Libraries3

Is White Hall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Hall receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. White Hall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Hall is $29,545, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 36.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Hall is $56,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $841 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

White Hall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

White Hall has a population of 649 with a density of 42 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (99.2%).

Population

649
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
15.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

White Hall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

White Hall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Hall is $29,545, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: White Hall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,545
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,477
Avg Weekly Wage$1,283
IRS Avg AGI$50,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.7%
196% above US avg
Establishments (County)207
County GDP$538M

Business (County)

Healthcare7
Retail27
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,414
60% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone95.3%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in White Hall is $56,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $841 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,000
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$22
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio79.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$841
28% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,414
60% below US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In White Hall, 52.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 38.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Hall vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.8%
64% above US avg
Diabetes19.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure51.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.5%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.5%
Physical Inactivity38.8%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate82.9%
Premature Death19,891/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access0.9%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

White Hall has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.5 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area15.3 sq mi (39.7 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates32.2974°N, 86.7158°W
County FIPS01085
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 37.3-point margin. 48.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 37.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density42/sq mi
Total Area15.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities7
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone95.3%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home1.7%

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