Luverne Public RecordsAlabama

Healthcare in Luverne, Crenshaw County, AL, is anchored by Crenshaw Community Hospital (49 beds) and several primary care clinics. The physician-to-population ratio is approximately 1:2,100. Around 84% of residents have health insurance; 16% remain uninsured. The county’s population is 28% Black, 70% White, and a median age of 43. Common health issues include diabetes (13%), hypertension (38%), and obesity (36%). Limited specialty care often necessitates referrals to Montgomery. Medicaid and Medicare are the primary insurers, covering 63% of patients, reflecting the area’s older and lower-income demographics.

Luverne, in Crenshaw County, AL, has a homeownership rate around 68%, with median home values near $108,000 (2024). Typical monthly rents are $650–$750. The housing market is stable, with modest annual appreciation around 3–4%. Single-family homes dominate, but some apartments and mobile homes exist. Popular neighborhoods include downtown and areas near US-331. Property taxes are low, averaging $400–$700 annually for most homes, reflecting Alabama’s affordable rates.

In Luverne, Crenshaw County, AL, transportation is primarily car-based, with over 90% of residents commuting by private vehicle and fewer than 1% using public transit, reflecting limited local transit options. The average one-way commute time is approximately 29 minutes, slightly longer than the national average. Most households own two vehicles, and major roads such as U.S. Route 331 and State Route 10 support local travel. Key employment hubs include Luverne Health and Rehabilitation, local schools, and government offices, with minimal traffic congestion given the city’s small population and lack of major urban infrastructure.

Luverne, the seat of Crenshaw County, Alabama, features the Luverne School (K–12), serving around 1,200 students with a graduation rate of 92%. The city has no colleges but is near Lurleen B. Wallace Community College in Andalusia for postsecondary options. About 15.6% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is rated above state average, and educational programs include advanced placement and career tech tracks. Adult education and GED preparation are offered through regional partnerships. There are two public schools in Luverne, with an average GreatSchools score of 6/10.

As of 2022, Luverne city in Crenshaw County, AL, has a population of approximately 2,700. The median age is about 41 years. The gender distribution is roughly 48% male and 52% female. Racially, the population is around 57% White, 37% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, and 4% other or mixed races.