Prattville
RANK #424 / 996 NAT · #14 / 27 AL · POP 58,761
1YR FORECAST: +1.2%
5YR OUTLOOK: +25%
Autauga County, Alabama, is often recognized for Prattville, its largest city and county seat, nicknamed "The Fountain City" due to its numerous artesian wells. Located north of Montgomery, Autauga County offers a blend of suburban and rural living. Commuting to Montgomery is common for many residents, with an average commute time of about 28 minutes. The community maintains a family-friendly atmosphere with a leisurely lifestyle and abundant outdoor recreation. The Autauga Creek Canoe Trail, a National Recreation Trail, provides opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and tubing, while the Wilderness Park features a unique bamboo forest.
Life in Autauga County appeals to families and young professionals, with a high homeownership rate. The Autauga County School System serves approximately 9,000 students across 14 campuses and is recognized for its above-average public schools. The local economy is driven by manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and education sectors. Recent economic developments include the planned Owens Corning asphalt roofing shingle plant in Prattville, expected to create 89 jobs, and the establishment of new businesses in the area. Additionally, the Autauga County Heritage Association is developing "The Pratt," a new museum and event center in downtown Prattville.
Above national median (4.7x)
Contracting economy
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing is fairly valued at 6.4x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
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Autauga County scores 57/100 on the Boom Town Index, landing in the middle of the pack among 996 U.S. counties (#424). Median household income is $68,315 and job growth is running at +4.3%. The data points to a county with mixed signals — some positive indicators alongside areas that lag faster-growing peers.
By national standards, Autauga County is quite affordable. Homes here have a median value of $191,800, and the income-to-home-value ratio of 0.36 is well above the U.S. average — especially with median rent at just $1,199/month. Residents can generally buy a home without being cost-burdened.
Autauga County is growing on multiple fronts. Population is up +0.9% year-over-year while employers added jobs at a +4.3% clip. Home values shifted +2.8% in the past year.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 3.04% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Autauga County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.