Living in Escambia County, Alabama

Escambia County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 37,789. The main communities are Atmore, Brewton, East Brewton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,612/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $144K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 63°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Escambia County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.