AL landscape

35572

Houston, AL

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Total Population

1,448
5-year trend
+12.1%

Median Household Income

$65,674
5-year trend
+12.1%

Median Home Value

$312,200
5-year trend
+42.5%

Median Rent

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+29.2%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 100% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Median age of 56 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$65,674
100.1% above state avg
Home Value
$312,200
100.4% above state avg
Rent
-$666,666,666
464.1% below state avg
Population Density
1,448 residents
Median Age
55.6 years
Safety Score
59/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
59
Below Average
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
76/100
Cost of Living
49/100
Safety
59/100
Education
26/100
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Employment
71/100
Housing
73/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Houston, AL 35572

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Coordinates: 34.1888°, -87.2786°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
151
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
225
Above avg
Transportation
113
Above avg
Healthcare
106
Average
Groceries
119
Above avg
Utilities
110
Average
Overall
151
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
709
Employment Rate
97.5%
Avg. Commute
40 min
Work From Home
0%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Manufacturing
40.5%
Construction
21.2%
Educational Services
18.3%
Finance & Insurance
6.9%
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
3.6%
Total Employed
691
Total Unemployed
18
Unemployment Rate
2.5%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Houston, AL

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

Mature population with median age of 55.6 years, likely more established households.

Strong job market with unemployment rate of 2.5%, below national average.

Family-oriented community with 79% family households.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$65,674
-12.6% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.1%
State: $-58,210,020
Income Distribution
30.7%
Under $50k
18.4%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 2.22 people

Total Households
652
Family Households
79.0%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Manufacturing
40.5%
#2 Industry
Construction
21.2%
#3 Industry
Education
18.3%
Total Employed Residents:306

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
0.0%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
28.3%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
0.0%
0 workers
Public Transit
0.0%
0 workers
Total Commuting Workers:492
Commute Insights
0
Significant portion face long commutes (over 60 minutes)
0

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
97.5%
691 employed
Labor Force
709
18 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:2.5%
Median Age
55.6 years
Per Capita Income
$30,559
Poverty Rate
14.7%
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