Cottonwood, AL
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,091
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
10.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$35,417
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$110,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$352
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$218
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Houston County
6
Dothan Metro Area
5
Alabama
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Houston County
5
Dothan Metro Area
4
Alabama
5
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.
Liberal (23%) (75%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 5 | 0 | 49 |
| Feb | 5 | 0 | 53 |
| Mar | 6 | 0 | 59 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Jun | 6 | 0 | 80 |
| Jul | 6 | 0 | 82 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 81 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 68 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Dec | 4 | 0 | 51 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Cottonwood High School
<1 miles, N
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Ashford Elementary School
9 miles, NE
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Ashford High School
10 miles, NE
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Rehobeth Elementary School
10 miles, NW
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Colleges
Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine
11 miles, N
The Baptist College of Florida
14 miles, W
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Fortis College-Dothan
14 miles, N
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Chipola College
19 miles, S
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Hospitals
Southeast Alabama Medical Center
12 miles, N
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Flowers Hospital
16 miles, N
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Jackson Hospital
19 miles, S
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Northwest Florida Community Hospital
25 miles, SW
Airports
Dothan Regional Airport
20 miles, N
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Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport
56 miles, SW
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Tallahassee International Airport
72 miles, SE
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Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
73 miles, E
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