Mentone, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
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
360 332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$222,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$463 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

DeKalb County
3
Fort Payne Urban Area
3
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

DeKalb County
3
Fort Payne Urban Area
3
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 39
Feb 5 0 43
Mar 5 1 50
Apr 4 0 58
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AL State Senate District 8, AL State House District 24, AL
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Schools

Moon Lake School
1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Valley Head High School
1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Fort Payne Middle School
7 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Fort Payne High School
7 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Northeast Alabama Community College
18 miles, W • 1.4 star
Berry College
30 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Covenant College
30 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Shorter University
31 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Dekalb Regional Medical Center
13 miles, W • 2.3 star
Highlands Medical Center
27 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Redmond Regional Medical Center
30 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
39 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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