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Brewton, Alabama

Introduction to Brewton, Alabama

Brewton, Alabama, in Escambia county, is 48 miles N of Pensacola, Florida (center to center) and 195 miles NE of New Orleans, Louisiana. The city contains a population of approximately 5,498.

Brewton History

The present day city of Brewton was founded on February 13, 1885, as Newport. The railroad came to the city in 1861, and E.T. Brewton was appointed the Station Agent. The city's name was changed to Brewton Station and eventually shortened to Brewton. Soon after it was founded, lumber became the area's major industry.

Brewton and nearby Attractions

  • Thomas E. McMillan Museum & Alabama Room
  • Turtle Point Environmental Science Center
  • Conecuh National Forest
  • Old Courthouse Museum
  • Blackwater River State Park
  • Claude D. Kelley State Park

Things To Do In Brewton

Thomas E. McMillan Museum & Alabama Room is home to military and historical artifacts. Conecuh National Forest offers outdoor activities such as picnicking, camping, and hiking. Turtle Point Environmental Science Center includes Interpretive Wildlife Center, Wetland Trail/Boardwalk, gardens, butterfly/honeybee exhibits, amphibian exhibit, and many more.

Brewton Transportation

Pensacola Regional Airport is near the city.

Brewton Higher Education

Jefferson Davis Community College is located in Brewton. The University of West Florida and Pensacola Junior College are other nearby institutes of higher education.

High Points

Brewton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alabama):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyBrewton Affordability of Property Taxes
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 6%Brewton Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Brewton Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 9%Brewton Short Commute Times
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 11%Brewton Well-Paid Single Women
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 13%Brewton College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 18%Brewton Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Brewton, AL

Comparing Brewton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Alabama (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Age of the Population1010
Female Share of the Population98
Senior Citizens99
Racial Diversity78
Well-Paid Single Women59
Well-Paid Single Men49
Children Under 5 Years Old22
Male Share of the Population23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married34
Average Household Size33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults69
Median Family Income48
People in Middle Class or Better37
People Above Poverty36

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times810
Walking and Biking to Work710
Public Transportation Use59
Working at Home12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes104
Affordability of Rents105
Seasonal and Vacation Housing86
People Living Alone77
Housing Recently Built63
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals35

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime22
Low Violent Crime11

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