Daphne

Daphne, Alabama Overview

With a composite score of 58.6/100 and a B+ grade, Daphne ranks #5 of 20 cities in Alabama. Its strongest showing is in Safety (95/100), while Outdoor Access (7/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Daphne

Households in Daphne earn a median of $86,479 — 45% above the state median — but the 2.8% unemployment rate sits above the statewide 2.7%, suggesting the job market doesn’t match the income figures.

Safety in Daphne

Daphne’s violent crime rate of 52.1 per 100,000 is well below both the Alabama rate of 424 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1116.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Daphne

Daphne has a cost of living index of 94.7 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $309,700. Median monthly rent is $1,337. Renters spend 18.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Daphne

The adult obesity rate in Daphne is 33.4% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.2%. Residents average 14.7 poor mental health days per month. Alabama ranks #46 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Daphne

Daphne has a high school graduation rate of 88%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.6:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,089. The city has 7 public schools serving 6,041 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Daphne

Daphne enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 70°F. Summers average 83.3°F. Winters average 57.5°F. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches.

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