Excel, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
504 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$145,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$391 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
3
Alabama
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
2
Alabama
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (55%) 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 5 0 47
Feb 5 0 50
Mar 6 0 56
Apr 4 0 64
May 4 0 72
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 5 0 80
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 5 0 56
Dec 5 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Excel High School
<1 miles, NE · 2.8star
Monroe Academy
3 miles, NE · 4.6star
Monroe County High School
4 miles, NE · 1.9star
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Colleges

Reid State Technical College
22 miles, E · 1.4star
Coastal Alabama Community College
47 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Monroe County Hospital
5 miles, NE · 3.2star
Evergreen Medical Center
24 miles, E · 4.1star
Dw McMillan Memorial Hospital
26 miles, S · 3.2star
Atmore Community Hospital
29 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Airports

Pensacola International Airport
66 miles, S · 1.9star
Mobile Regional Airport
74 miles, W · 1.4star
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