Monroe County, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
19,580 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,225 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$114,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$355 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$415 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alabama
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Alabama
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 46
Feb 5 0 50
Mar 6 0 57
Apr 4 0 63
May 4 0 71
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 5 0 56
Dec 5 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AL State Senate District 23, AL State House District 68, AL
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Schools

Monroeville Middle School
5 miles, S • 1.4 star
Monroeville Elementary School
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Monroe County High School
7 miles, S • 1.9 star

Colleges

Reid State Technical College
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Coastal Alabama Community College
56 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
58 miles, SE • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Monroe County Hospital
7 miles, S • 3.2 star
Grove Hill Memorial Hospital
24 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Evergreen Medical Center
28 miles, SE • 4.1 star

Airports

Pensacola International Airport
77 miles, S • 1.9 star
Mobile Regional Airport
80 miles, SW • 1.4 star