Florence, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
41,231 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,396 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$174,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$466 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$572 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lauderdale County
3
Florence-Muscle Shoals Metro 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

Lauderdale County
4
Florence-Muscle Shoals Metro Area
5
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 39
Feb 5 1 43
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 5 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 6 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, AL State Senate District 1, AL State House District 1, AL
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Schools

Florence High School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Harlan Elementary School
1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University of North Alabama
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Heritage Christian University
2 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Northwest-Shoals Community College
6 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

North Alabama Medical Center
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Shoals Hospital
6 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Helen Keller Hospital
6 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Russellville Hospital
22 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Nashville International Airport
105 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
109 miles, SW • 1 star
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