RANK #714 / 996 · POP 53,559 · AL
PROJECTED GROWTH: -0.1%
Coffee County, Alabama, in the southeastern part of the state, is perhaps best known for Enterprise, home to the Boll Weevil Monument, which commemorates the insect's role in encouraging agricultural diversification from cotton to peanuts. The county has two seats, Elba and Enterprise. Coffee County is part of the larger Wiregrass region and is located about 90 miles south of Montgomery. Commuting within Enterprise is supported by the Wiregrass Transit Authority, offering demand-response public transportation. Outdoor recreation opportunities include Coffee County Lake for fishing and the Pea River for kayaking and canoeing.
Life in Coffee County often revolves around its communities, with Enterprise being the largest city. The area attracts families and individuals seeking a quieter lifestyle. The local economy is significantly influenced by Fort Novosel (formerly Fort Rucker), a U.S. Army post that is a major employer and the primary training location for Army aviators, contributing billions in economic impact to the region. Beyond the military presence, the county's economy also includes aircraft maintenance, poultry supply, and automotive manufacturing. The Coffee County School System serves students across several towns, including Elba, Enterprise, Kinston, and New Brockton.
Above national median (4.7x)
Prices declining
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing is fairly valued at 4.8x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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Coffee County has a Boom Town Index score of 28/100, ranking #714 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.8% and a median household income of $62,199, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Coffee County is $162,200 with median rent at $921/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3835, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.0% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.8%. Home values changed -1.7% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.72% of Coffee County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.