Banks, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
298 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,773 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$286 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$714 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pike County
7
Troy Urban Area
7
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pike County
7
Troy Urban Area
7
Alabama
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 4 0 49
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 63
May 4 0 71
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 2 0 65
Nov 4 0 55
Dec 4 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Banks School
<1 miles, N · 3.2star
New Life Christian Academy
5 miles, NW · 5star
Pike County Elementary School
6 miles, S · 2.8star
Pike Liberal Arts School
7 miles, W · 5star
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Colleges

Troy University
7 miles, W · 1.9star
Enterprise State Community College
36 miles, SW · 1.4star
South University-Montgomery
43 miles, N · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Troy Regional Medical Center
7 miles, W · 3.2star
Crenshaw Community Hospital
27 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

Dothan Regional Airport
41 miles, S · 1star
Columbus Airport
72 miles, E · 1star
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