Samson, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
1,477 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$31,964 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$77,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$338 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$417 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Geneva County
4
Dothan Metro Area
5
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Geneva County
4
Dothan Metro Area
4
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 49
Feb 4 0 52
Mar 6 0 59
Apr 4 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 5 0 81
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 4 0 58
Dec 4 0 51

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (80%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 87%
Hillary Clinton 11%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, AL State Senate District 29, AL State House District 87, AL
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Schools

Samson High School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Samson Middle School
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Samson Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Enterprise State Community College
18 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
28 miles, NW • 1.4 star
The Baptist College of Florida
34 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wiregrass Medical Center
10 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mizell Memorial Hospital
18 miles, N • 2.3 star
Medical Center Enterprise
18 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Andalusia Health
29 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Dothan Regional Airport
38 miles, E • 1 star
Pensacola International Airport
81 miles, W • 1.9 star
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