Section, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
998 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$135,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$353 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$370 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
5
Scottsboro Urban 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

Jackson County
3
Scottsboro Urban Area
3
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 39
Feb 5 0 43
Mar 5 1 51
Apr 4 0 59
May 5 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 6 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, AL State Senate District 8, AL State House District 23, AL
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Schools

Section High School
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Dutton Elementary School
4 miles, E • 3.7 star
Macedonia School
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Thurston T Nelson Elementary School
5 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Northeast Alabama Community College
5 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Snead State Community College
28 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Highlands Medical Center
6 miles, N • 2.3 star
Dekalb Regional Medical Center
16 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Marshall Medical Centers
27 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
54 miles, E • 1.4 star
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