Living in Monroe County, Alabama

Monroe County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 21,673. The main communities are Monroeville, Excel, Vredenburgh.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,444/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $130K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 62°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Monroe County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.