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See what Vance, AL has to offer.

All About

Living in Vance, AL

A small town located in Alabama, Vance has a population of just under 2,000. Families with young children are a common sight, as kids under 5 account for an above-average 9% of the population, though young professionals are also well-represented. At an average age of just over 33, the town's population is notably younger than most cities in Alabama. Only 23% of residents rent in Vance, as most own their homes. The average rent of $863/month is a bit above the state average.

Vance has an average commute time of about 27 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the most common mode of getting to work, selected by 48% of residents, while public transportation isn't used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

There are two primary industries in Vance: manufacturing and retail. Combined, these industries account for 20% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 12% of residents work in transportation, which ranks as the top field in the town. With an average annual income of about $70,000, Vance workers take home around $9,000 more than the average Alabama resident. However, Vance's average income is just about on par with the national average of $73,345. Compared to the national average, Vance has a large number of residents over the age of 25 with a high school degree or equivalent (25%). Further, 10% possess a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.

Who Lives Here

Vance Demographics

Education

High School

35%

Associate's

19%

Bachelor's

8%

Master's

4%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

31%

3 people

26%

4 people

24%

5 people

17%

6+ people

1%

Household Income

0-50k

35%

50-100k

39%

100-150k

18%

150-200k

8%

200k+

0%

Age

0-10

15%

10-20

15%

20-45

35%

45-65

24%

65+

11%

Getting Around Vance

Vance Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

19%

15-30 Mins

29%

30-40 Mins

31%

40-60 Mins

15%

60+ Mins

6%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 33

Walk Score®

Percentage: 2020

Bike Score®

Vance Education

Schools

Top Schools in Vance

5/10

Vance Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Woodstock Elementary School

Grades PK-4 • Public

6/10

West Blocton Elementary School

Grades PK-4 • Public

3/10

Brookwood Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

Lake View Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Cottondale Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

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All About

Living in Vance, AL

A small town located in Alabama, Vance has a population of just under 2,000. Families with young children are a common sight, as kids under 5 account for an above-average 9% of the population, though young professionals are also well-represented. At an average age of just over 33, the town's population is notably younger than most cities in Alabama. Only 23% of residents rent in Vance, as most own their homes. The average rent of $863/month is a bit above the state average.

Vance has an average commute time of about 27 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the most common mode of getting to work, selected by 48% of residents, while public transportation isn't used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

There are two primary industries in Vance: manufacturing and retail. Combined, these industries account for 20% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 12% of residents work in transportation, which ranks as the top field in the town. With an average annual income of about $70,000, Vance workers take home around $9,000 more than the average Alabama resident. However, Vance's average income is just about on par with the national average of $73,345. Compared to the national average, Vance has a large number of residents over the age of 25 with a high school degree or equivalent (25%). Further, 10% possess a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.