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Woodland, AL

Alabama

Woodland is a small town in Alabama with a population of 615. Residents earn $165,427 per year, which is 120% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
615 Population 394/sq mi density
$165,427 Median Income $31,335 per capita
$420,000 Home Value $209,973 Zillow
$617 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$165,427 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$420,000 home value, $617/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $165,427
120% higher than US avg
Home Value $420,000
49% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 63.7%
89% higher than US avg
Median Rent $617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population615
Median Age23.0 yrs
Density394/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans0.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$165,427
Per Capita$31,335
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$690M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$420,000
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$209,973
Housing Units179
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking18.0%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,085 ft (331 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+63.7%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+30.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries1

Is Woodland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodland receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Woodland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodland is $165,427, which is significantly higher than the national average — 120% above $75,149. This places Woodland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodland is $420,000, 49% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $617 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Woodland is a highly educated community — 63.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Woodland has a population of 615 with a density of 394 people per square mile. The median age is 23.0 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

615
Total Population
394
People / sq mi
23.0yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Woodland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodland is $165,427, which is 120% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Woodland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$165,427
120% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,335
Avg Weekly Wage$830
IRS Avg AGI$56,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)470
County GDP$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare29
Retail77
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,303
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodland is $420,000, 49% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,973.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$420,000
49% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$209,973

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$617
47% below US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units179
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,303
34% below US avg
Effective Rate0.55%
In Woodland, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death11,834/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access40.7%
Healthcare Facilities29
Woodland has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,085 ft (331 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density394/sq mi
Coordinates33.3756°N, 85.3974°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 63.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+63.7%
89% above US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+30.3%
School Test Score4.40
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density394/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants33
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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