Winston County, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
23,637 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,032 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$394 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$457 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.5% 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 40
Feb 5 0 44
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 17% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.

Liberal (17%) (81%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 90%
Hillary Clinton 8%
Other 2%

Schools

Winston County High School
2 miles, NW 2.8 star
Double Springs Middle School
2 miles, NW 2.8 star
Double Springs Elementary School
2 miles, W 2.3 star

Colleges

Bevill State Community College
23 miles, S 1.4 star
Northwest-Shoals Community College
44 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Lakeland Community Hospital
14 miles, NW 5 star
Walker Baptist Medical Center
23 miles, S 3.2 star
Lawrence Medical Center
23 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
86 miles, W 1 star
Lovell Field
137 miles, E 1.4 star