Loachapoka, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
218 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$183,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$313 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$835 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
6
Auburn-Opelika Metro 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

Lee County
6
Auburn-Opelika Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 44
Feb 5 0 48
Mar 6 0 55
Apr 4 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 4 0 55
Dec 5 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 8%

Schools

Loachapoka High School
2 miles, S 1.9 star
Loachapoka Elementary School
2 miles, S 1.4 star

Colleges

Auburn University
6 miles, SE 2.8 star
Tuskegee University
14 miles, SW 1.4 star
Central Alabama Community College
30 miles, N 1.4 star
Point University
30 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

East Alabama Medical Center and Snf
12 miles, E 4.1 star
Lake Martin Community Hospital
17 miles, N 3.2 star
Community Hospital Inc
19 miles, W 4.1 star
Russell Medical Center
31 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Columbus Airport
39 miles, SE 1 star
Dothan Regional Airport
89 miles, S 1 star