Living in Russell County, Alabama

Russell County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 59,660, part of the Columbus, GA-AL MSA metro area. The main communities are Phenix City, Hurtsboro.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,300/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $170K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 60°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Russell County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.