Living in Lisman, Alabama

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Lisman · Census data 2020–2024

Lisman has 437 residents with a median age of 50.3. The median household income is $38,235 (40% lower than the Alabama median).

Lisman is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Lisman at a glance

Population
437
Median age
50.3State: 39.3
Median household income
$38,235State: $63,999
Homeowners
86.6%
Bachelor's degree or higher
22.4%
Average commute
37 min

Is Lisman a good place to live?

Cons: Median household income 40% lower than the Alabama median; an average commute of 37 minutes; unemployment of 14.1%; a poverty rate of 38.9%.

The weather is best in March to May and October.

Lisman median household income

The median household income in Lisman is $38,235 and the income per person is $28,663. 38.9% of residents live below the poverty line (Alabama: 15.6%).

Median household income

Lisman$38,235
Alabama$63,999
United States$80,734

Housing in Lisman: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
249
Owner-occupied
86.6%
Renter-occupied
13.4%
Vacant
25.3%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1991
Average household size
2.35

Lisman demographics

Population
437
Median age
50.3
Under 18
18.3%
65 and older
33%
Households
186
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
10.4%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White0.7%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black88.6%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Lisman ›

Education in Lisman

22.4% of adults 25 and older in Lisman have a bachelor's degree or higher (Alabama: 28.4%), and 12.9% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Lisman22.4%
Alabama28.4%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Lisman

Unemployment rate
14.1%State: 4.7%
Average commute
37 minState: 26 min
Work from home
0%
Drive alone
94.5%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
0%
Homes with broadband
57.5%

Lisman vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Lisman437$38,235——
Butler2,386$47,350$145,300$744
Pennington591$29,052$90,800$385
Toxey239$62,857$181,300—
Cuba368$91,250$197,900$532
Gilbertown770$70,156$160,400$983
Bellamy158$53,011$105,000—
Toomsuba512$73,387$224,600—
York2,056$30,489$80,100$763

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Living in Lisman: FAQ

What is the median household income in Lisman, AL?

The median household income in Lisman is $38,235, 40% lower than the Alabama median of $63,999 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

Is Lisman, AL a good place to live?

Minuses: median household income 40% lower than the Alabama median; an average commute of 37 minutes; unemployment of 14.1%; a poverty rate of 38.9%.

What is the median age in Lisman?

The median age in Lisman is 50.3 years (Alabama: 39.3).

How long is the commute in Lisman?

The average commute to work in Lisman is 37 minutes; 0% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in Lisman?

The unemployment rate in Lisman is 14.1% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Lisman?

22.4% of adults in Lisman have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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