Moulton 56 Below average
Moulton Livability #393 ranked city in Alabama#22,006 ranked city in the USARanks better than 24% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Moulton

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    Residents in this area benefit from an affordable cost of living. This includes goods and services, transportation, housing, utilities, groceries and healthcare.

  • Housing

    The housing category in this area boasts higher than average scores, likely influenced by a positive home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    It appears that many amenities may not be conveniently situated within walking distance, potentially necessitating the use of a vehicle or public transit.

  • Commute

    Commuters in this area may experience longer-than-average work commute times due to limited public transportation access.

  • Crime

    High crime rates per 100,000 people are reported in this area, potentially indicating that it is an unsafe place to live. These statistics consider both violent and property offenses.

  • Employment

    The combination of low income levels and high unemployment rates contributes to a low score in the employment category, which could make it challenging to secure well-paying jobs.

  • Health & Safety

    Factors like poor air quality and the absence of essential health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and pharmacies could have played a role in the low score in this category.

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What's it like Living in Moulton?

Located in the state of Alabama, Moulton is a smaller city with a population of 3,237 residents. At 78%, the majority of the Moulton population is White; this is followed by 17% Black and 1% American Indian and Alaskan. In Moulton, there seems to be a shift in population towards an older age group. The average age of the population is now 48, which is significantly higher than the nation’s average.

Whether you’re moving to a new city to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Moulton could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Alabama if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. With useful information like amenities, cost of living, health & safety, housing and other key data points, finding the best places to live in Moulton and in the areas around Moulton is a much easier task.

With a livability score of 57 out of 100, Moulton is ranked #20,314 in the United States and #304 in Alabama. This is a poor rating when compared to the average of other places in the country. If we take a closer look at each of the categories on their own, we see that Moulton ranks well for crime (B-) and housing (B). There is at least one category that does not have great scores in Moulton. The following was graded with a less than perfect score: amenities (F), education (F) and employment (F).

The Moulton unemployment rate of 2.33% has continued to decrease over the years and is now well below the national average. The result could lead to reduced poverty and inequality in the area, higher wages and increased economic growth. This is a positive sign in the overall health of the local economy.

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Moulton has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

Moulton real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in Moulton. The median home price for Moulton homes is $101,100, which is 21.3% lower than the Alabama average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Moulton, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 3, which is 3.4% higher than the Alabama average.

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      Moulton transportation information

      Statistic Moulton Alabama National
      Average one way commute22min25min26min
      Workers who drive to work89.5%85.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool9.3%8.8%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%0.4%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%1.1%2.8%
      Working from home0.8%2.9%4.6%
      Source: The Moulton, AL data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).