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Comprehensive Data Report

Muscle Shoals, AL

ZIP Code 35662

Colbert County

Population
25,662
Median Income
$60,662
Home Value
$292,633
Livability
80/100
Total Population
25,662
Median Household Income
$60,662
Median Home Value
$292,633
Median Rent
$1,685

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 76/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
25,662 residents
Median Age
41.2 years
Safety Score
76/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
80
Excellent
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
80/100
Cost of Living
75/100
Safety
83/100
Education
83/100
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Employment
79/100
Housing
82/100
Weather
87/100

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.

Location Map

Muscle Shoals, AL 35662

Coordinates: 34.7572°, -87.9666°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
118
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
126
Above avg
Transportation
112
Above avg
Healthcare
113
Above avg
Groceries
107
Average
Utilities
108
Average
Overall
118
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
16,322
Employment Rate
95.3%
Avg. Commute
31 min
Work From Home
18%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
17.5%
Retail Trade
15.7%
Professional Services
15%
Manufacturing
12%
Education
7.2%
Total Employed
15,552
Total Unemployed
1,619
Unemployment Rate
9.9%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
41.2 years
Per Capita Income
$36,397
Poverty Rate
13.6%