Needham, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
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
83 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,906 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
48 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$57,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$375 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$433 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Choctaw County
2
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

Choctaw County
1
Alabama
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 45
Feb 5 0 49
Mar 6 0 56
Apr 5 0 64
May 4 0 72
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 4 0 65
Nov 5 0 56
Dec 5 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, AL State Senate District 24, AL State House District 65, AL
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Schools

South Choctaw Academy
5 miles, S • 3.7 star
Choctaw County High School
9 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Choctaw County Elementary
9 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Patrician Academy
9 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Meridian Community College
35 miles, N • 1.4 star
University of West Alabama
42 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Southeastern Baptist College
50 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wayne General Hospital
28 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Key Field
34 miles, NW • 1 star
Mobile Regional Airport
90 miles, S • 1.4 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
102 miles, N • 1 star
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