Winfield, AL

Alabama

Winfield is a small town in Alabama with a population of 4,982. Residents earn $71,078 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,982 Population 280/sq mi density
$71,078 Median Income $28,560 per capita
$160,600 Home Value $171,134 Zillow
$694 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
478 Violent Crime/100K 3,735 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,078 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,600 home value, $694/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
478 violent crimes/100K (26% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,078
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,600
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 478/100K
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,982
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,078
Per Capita$28,560
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$480M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,600
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,134

Crime

F
Violent478/100K
Property3,735/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault326/100K
Burglary890/100K

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Elevation573 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+90.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Winfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winfield receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Winfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winfield is $71,078, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winfield is $160,600, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 478 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,735 per 100,000, 91% above the national average.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Winfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Winfield has a population of 4,982 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

4,982
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
17.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Winfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winfield is $71,078, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Winfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,078
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,560
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$54,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$480M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare39
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Winfield is $160,600, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,134.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,600
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,134

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Rate0.94%
In Winfield, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death14,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access35.9%
Healthcare Facilities39
Winfield has a violent crime rate of 478 per 100,000 residents, 26% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,735 per 100,000 (91% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent477.7/100K
26% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape65.2/100K
Robbery86.9/100K
Assault325.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,735.1/100K
91% above US avg
Burglary890.3/100K
Theft2,627.6/100K
Vehicle Theft217.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Winfield has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation573 ft (175 m)
Area17.8 sq mi (46.1 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates33.9347°N, 87.7913°W
County FIPS01057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.7%
D 13.7%

Winner: Republican by 72 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area17.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants24
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home1.1%

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