York, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Sumter County County
York, AL
At a Glance
How York Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows York's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is York a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
York residents earn a median household income of $37,009 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,625. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 294 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in York is $57,500 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $51,952. Median rent is $738/month, with 29.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
York reports 176 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 54% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 264/100K.
Education
14.2% of adults in York hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
York 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 totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.