The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Walker county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 79.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 43.7℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 66% and the area covered by water is 1.35%. The overall influence score for Walker is 5.
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Walker County, Alabama is a rural county located in the northwestern part of the state. It is home to about 67,000 people. The population is largely white (76.4%) and African American (21.2%). The median household income in 2018 was $41,955 and the poverty rate was 18.2%.
The majority of the population lives in rural areas and small towns, with the largest town being Jasper. The majority of housing units are owner-occupied homes (71%), with only 25% being rentals. There is a wide range of housing types available, including mobile homes, single-family homes, and apartments.
According to the US Census Bureau, the unemployment rate in Walker County was 5.9% in 2018, slightly lower than the national average at that time. The largest industries are health care and social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade.
USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT STATE OFFICEFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Alabama
4121 Carmichael Road, Suite 601
Montgomery, AL 36106
334-279-3400
Alabama USDA Rural Development programs are administered through 8 Area Offices. For information or to file an application, contact the Area Office serving your county.