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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 90.3% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.7% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $54,000 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,293 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,284 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $102,306 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,251 |
| County GDP | $17,333M |
| Restaurants | 436 |
| Healthcare | 535 |
| Retail | 708 |
| Manufacturing | 159 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,123 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.14% |
| Commute Time | 25.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |
| Census Median | $145,800 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $391 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 13.1% |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,123 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.14% |
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.1% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,795/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 535 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.2 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 389 ft (119 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 720/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0816°N, 86.8797°W |
| County FIPS | 01117 |
Winner: Republican by 40.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.1% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 720/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.0% |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 535 |
| Restaurants | 436 |
| Retail Stores | 708 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Avg Commute | 25.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |