Yellow Bluff, AL

Alabama

Yellow Bluff is a small town in Alabama with a population of 144. Residents earn $12,107 per year, which is 84% below the national average.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
144 Population 229/sq mi density
$12,107 Median Income $14,801 per capita
N/A Home Value
$755 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$12,107 median income, 17.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$755/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,107
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 55.4%
73% higher than US avg
Unemployment 17.9%
397% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 53.8%
334% higher than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age63.0 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$12,107
Per Capita$14,801
Unemployment17.9%
Poverty53.8%
County GDP$473M
Commute21 min

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity55.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation90 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+71.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 66%
Commute21 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries3

Is Yellow Bluff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yellow Bluff receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Yellow Bluff faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yellow Bluff is $12,107, 84% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 53.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Yellow Bluff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Yellow Bluff has a population of 144 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 63.0 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (97.2%), with 2.8% White.

Population

144
Total Population
229
People / sq mi
63.0yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.1%
Female 72.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Yellow Bluff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Yellow Bluff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yellow Bluff is $12,107, which is 84% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 53.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Yellow Bluff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,107
84% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,801
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.9%
397% above US avg
Poverty Rate53.8%
334% above US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$473M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare17
Retail37
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,867
47% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% 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-Occupied89.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,867
47% below US avg
In Yellow Bluff, 55.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 42.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Yellow Bluff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity55.4%
73% above US avg
Diabetes21.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure54.3%
Asthma12.8%
COPD9.9%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking9.8%
Physical Inactivity42.4%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate83.0%
Premature Death19,439/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access1.6%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Yellow Bluff has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation90 ft (27 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates31.9623°N, 87.4774°W
County FIPS01131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.1%
D 65.6%

Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+71.1%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants12
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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