Coosa County
AL · Pop. 10,323 · Rural County
Coosa County sits in Alabama across 651 square miles, home to 10,323 people at 15.9 per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on hay, haylage, short term woody trees. A median home price of $112,000 and an effective property tax rate of 0.27% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 225-day growing season, average summer highs of 88.2°F and average winter lows of 35.5°F. Annual rainfall averages 56.6 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Russell Medical Center is 15.9 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 80.8% of homes. On the hazard side, wildfire risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 225-day growing season in USDA zone 8a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.27% holds annual carrying costs down.
- A median home price of $112,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- At 15.9 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
- A low unemployment rate of 3% reflects a stable local job base.
Cons
- Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
- The nearest hospital, Russell Medical Center, is 15.9 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
- The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.
At a glance
Coosa County, AL is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 86/100
- Median home price
- $112k
- Property tax
- 0.27%
- Growing season
- 225 days (zone 8a)
- Annual rainfall
- 56.6"
- Broadband
- 80.8%
- Nearest hospital
- Russell Medical Center, 15.9 mi
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Homesteading in Coosa County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Coosa County?
- Coosa County is in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 225-day growing season, average summer highs of 88.2°F, and average winter lows of 35.5°F. The established crops are hay, haylage, short term woody trees.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $112,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.27%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 80.8% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Russell Medical Center is 15.9 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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