Douglas, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,153 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,406 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$169,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$345 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$644 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
4
Albertville Urban Area
4
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
5
Albertville Urban Area
5
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 40
Feb 5 0 44
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 60
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 5 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.

Liberal (20%) (78%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 86%
Hillary Clinton 12%
Other 2%

Schools

Douglas Elementary School
<1 miles, NE 1.9 star
Douglas High School
<1 miles, NE 3.2 star
Douglas Middle School
<1 miles, NE 1.9 star

Colleges

Snead State Community College
9 miles, E 1.4 star
Gadsden State Community College
22 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Marshall Medical Centers
10 miles, E 2.3 star
St Vincents Blount
19 miles, SW 3.2 star
Riverview Regional Medical Center
22 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Lovell Field
87 miles, E 1.4 star