Alford, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
322 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
42.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,009 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$141,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$194 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$498 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
5
Florida
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
4
Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 6 0 60
Apr 4 0 66
May 4 0 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 7 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 4 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 4 0 60
Dec 4 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, FL State Senate District 2, FL State House District 5, FL
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Schools

Cottondale High School
7 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Cottondale Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Jackson Alternative School
9 miles, E • 1.9 star
Marianna Middle School
10 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Chipola College
12 miles, E • 1.4 star
The Baptist College of Florida
20 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Jackson Hospital
11 miles, E • 3.2 star
Doctors Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Dothan Regional Airport
43 miles, N • 1 star
Tallahassee International Airport
66 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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