Florence, Florence AL — neighborhood review

Florence, AL

Florence · AL 35630

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$175K

Median Price

45/100

Walk Score

N/A

Schools

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
FSchools
0/100
B-Quietness
70/100
FCommute
15/100
DWalkability
45/100
WYLT Score48/100

Our Take

Florence offers an affordable, low-risk living environment with a small-city feel, making it a solid choice for budget-conscious buyers. However, expect to be heavily car-dependent, and be aware that property crime rates are a bit higher than the national average.

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The Good

  • ✓Very affordable housing market, especially compared to national averages
  • ✓Low flood risk, providing peace of mind for homeowners
  • ✓Offers a quiet, smaller-city atmosphere on the Tennessee River
  • ✓Good access to natural beauty and outdoor activities

Real Talk

  • !This is an extremely car-dependent area; public transit is virtually non-existent and errands require driving.
  • !Median household income is on the lower side, which can limit local amenities and job opportunities.
  • !Property crime rates are notably higher than the national average, so take precautions.
  • !The provided school data shows an average rating of 0, which likely indicates missing information rather than poor quality, but requires further investigation.
  • $Significant transportation costs due to car dependency (gas, maintenance, insurance).
  • $Potential for higher home insurance premiums due to elevated property crime.
  • $Limited public school information means you might need to budget for private school tuition or extensive school research.

Best For

Budget-conscious buyersPeople seeking a small-city/town atmosphereNature lovers and outdoor enthusiastsIndividuals who don't mind driving for everything

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Florence, AL

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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