Fort Rucker, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
5,221 332.4M (US)
Median Age
24.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
56.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$129,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$366 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,388 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dale County
6
Ozark Urban Area
6
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dale County
6
Ozark Urban Area
6
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 48
Feb 5 0 52
Mar 6 0 58
Apr 4 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 5 0 81
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 3 0 67
Nov 4 0 58
Dec 5 0 51

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, AL State Senate District 31, AL State House District 89, AL
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Schools

Daleville High School
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
AM Windham Elementary School
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
Harrand Creek Elementary School
6 miles, W • 3.2 star
Rucker Boulevard Elementary School
6 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Enterprise State Community College
8 miles, W • 1.4 star
Fortis College-Dothan
21 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Medical Center Enterprise
8 miles, W • 4.1 star
Dale Medical Center
9 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Flowers Hospital
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Southeast Alabama Medical Center
23 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Dothan Regional Airport
16 miles, SE • 1 star
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