York Public RecordsAlabama

York, a small city in Sumter County, AL, has a homeownership rate of around 62%, with a median home value near $65,000—a figure below the national average. The median gross rent is about $570. Housing stock mainly includes single-family homes and modest duplexes. Property values have remained relatively stable, with slight appreciation in recent years. Neighborhoods are quiet and family-oriented. Sumter County’s average property tax rate is about 0.33%, making annual property taxes on a $65,000 home roughly $215, offering affordability for both buyers and renters.

York, located in Sumter County, Alabama, primarily falls under the Sumter County School District, with one main high school—Sumter Central High School—serving grades 9-12. The high school has a graduation rate of about 80% and an average ACT score of 16.1, below the national average. There are no colleges in York; only 13.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. York offers basic adult education through GED programs. Regarding safety, school reports indicate low to moderate incidents. The city offers limited special educational programs.

York, in Sumter County, AL, has limited healthcare facilities: Sumter Health and Rehabilitation and a few small clinics, with the nearest hospital, Hill Hospital of Sumter County, in nearby Livingston (8 miles away). The county’s uninsured rate is about 13%, and 57% of residents rely on Medicaid or Medicare. The area population is 75% Black, 23% White; median age is 41. Common health issues include diabetes (14% prevalence), hypertension (39%), and obesity (44%). Healthcare provider shortages exist, with a primary care provider ratio of 1:5,300, much higher than the national average.

As of the 2020 Census, York city in Sumter County, Alabama, had a population of 2,414. The median age was about 40.5 years. Females made up approximately 56.2% and males 43.8% of residents. In terms of racial and ethnic composition, about 88.1% were Black or African American, 10.4% were White, 0.2% Asian, and 0.7% identified as Hispanic or Latino. The city’s population reflects a predominantly African American community with a significant gender imbalance favoring females.

York city in Sumter County, AL, primarily relies on personal vehicles for transportation; according to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 90% of commuters drive alone, with less than 1% using public transit. The average commute time is roughly 23 minutes. Transportation infrastructure is limited, with no fixed-route public transit and minimal pedestrian amenities. Approximately 10% of households lack vehicle access. Major employment hubs include local schools, healthcare facilities, and retail businesses, with many residents commuting to Livingston or Meridian, MS for work. York is accessible via U.S. Highway 11 and Interstate 20/59.