Chatom, Alabama
Quick Statistics
Chatom is a community in Washington County, Alabama, home to about 834 people spread across 10.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $26,518 a year, and a typical home is worth about $174,100. About 39.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 35 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Alabama towns GeoStat tracks, Chatom ranks number 352 of 592 in population, number 197 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Chatom typically top out near 92°F in July, while January nights average about 34°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Hobson, AL | 5.8 mi. | 181 |
| 2. | Tibbie, AL | 6.8 mi. | 24 |
| 3. | Millry, AL | 11.6 mi. | 520 |
| 4. | Fruitdale, AL | 12.8 mi. | 66 |
| 5. | St. Stephens, AL | 13.4 mi. | 297 |
| 6. | State Line, MS | 13.6 mi. | 1,016 |
| 7. | Vinegar Bend, AL | 16.2 mi. | 109 |
| 8. | Leroy, AL | 16.2 mi. | 1,075 |
What is the population of Chatom, Alabama?
Chatom has a population of about 834 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Chatom, Alabama in?
Chatom is located in Washington County, Alabama.
What is the median home value in Chatom, Alabama?
The median home value in Chatom is about $174,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Chatom, Alabama?
The median personal income in Chatom is about $26,518 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Chatom, Alabama?
Since 1950, 27 tornadoes have been recorded in Washington County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Chatom, Alabama?
Typical July highs run about 92 degrees and January lows about 34 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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