La Fayette, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,665 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$32,999 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$101,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$420 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$340 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chambers County
5
LaGrange 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

Chambers County
6
LaGrange Urban Area
7
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 42
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 6 0 54
Apr 4 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, AL State Senate District 13, AL State House District 37, AL
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Schools

Lafayette High School
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
John P Powell Middle School
<1 miles, S • 1 star
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Colleges

Point University
13 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Auburn University
21 miles, SW • 2.8 star
LaGrange College
23 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

East Alabama Medical Center and Snf
18 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Lake Martin Community Hospital
21 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
38 miles, SE • 1 star
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