Living in DeKalb County, Alabama

DeKalb County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 71,130. The main communities are Fort Payne, Rainsville (Ala.), Henagar.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,189/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $193K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 52°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

DeKalb County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.