Wilton, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Wilton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 691. Residents earn $54,000 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
691 Population 720/sq mi density
$54,000 Median Income $20,293 per capita
$145,800 Home Value
$391 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$54,000 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,800 home value, $391/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,000
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,800
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $391
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population691
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density720/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,000
Per Capita$20,293
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty17.6%
County GDP$17,333M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,800
Rent$391
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden13.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation389 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+77.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries14

Is Wilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wilton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilton is $54,000, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilton is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $391 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilton 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 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wilton has a population of 691 with a density of 720 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.2%), with 35.9% Black.

Population

691
Total Population
720
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilton is $54,000, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Wilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,000
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,293
Avg Weekly Wage$1,284
IRS Avg AGI$102,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,251
County GDP$17,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare535
Retail708
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilton is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $391 (66% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,800
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$391
66% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Wilton, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure43.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death6,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities535

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Wilton 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 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation389 ft (119 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density720/sq mi
Coordinates33.0816°N, 86.8797°W
County FIPS01117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+77.1%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density720/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities535
Restaurants436
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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