Wetumpka, AL—36092
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Home Price Trends — Wetumpka, AL
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Wetumpka, AL is $221,000, with a year-over-year change of 3.7%. This indicates that home prices in Wetumpka, AL are increasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 0.8%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $221,000 | 3.7% |
| Single Family | $233,000 | 4.5% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $144,000 | 4.3% |
3 Bed | $226,000 | 4.1% |
4 Bed | $304,000 | 3.1% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Wetumpka, AL
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Wetumpka, AL is $1,740, with a year-over-year rent change of 11.5%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Wetumpka, AL is 2-bedrooms: $1,290, 3-bedrooms: $1,640, 4-bedrooms: $1,990. The most common rental property sizes in Wetumpka, AL are 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom, accounting for 49.1% and 39.7% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,650 | $1,740 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,020 | $1,290 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,600 | $1,640 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,900 | $1,990 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Wetumpka, AL
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Wetumpka, AL is 45. This is a increase of 2.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 11.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $349,000 | 14.0% |
Listing Count | 71 | -4.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.3% | -4.0% |
Days on Market | 45 | 2.0% |
Demographics — Wetumpka, AL
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Wetumpka, AL has a population of 21,200, which has increased by 6.7% over the past 5 years. Wetumpka, AL is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 20.7% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 16.7% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 8.0% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 21,200 | 6.7% |
% Under 18 | 20.7% | 0.0% |
% Seniors | 16.7% | 0.0% |
% WFH | 8.0% | 263.6% |
% w/ College Degree | 16.7% | -16.5% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Wetumpka, AL is a predominantly white area, with 69.3% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 6.5% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Wetumpka, AL is black, making up 23.0% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 1.5% of the population in Wetumpka, AL, and this percentage has increased by 66.7% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 69.3% | -6.5% |
% Black | 23.0% | 2.7% |
% Hispanic | 3.0% | 328.6% |
% Asian | 1.0% | 150.0% |
% Foreign Born | 1.5% | 66.7% |
Mortgage and Risk — Wetumpka, AL
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 275 mortgage originations in Wetumpka, AL, of which 63.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 72.0%, with 45.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Wetumpka, AL. Investor activity is low, as 1.0% of loans were by investors. 21.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 275 |
% Conventional Loans | 63.0% |
% Government Loans | 37.0% |
% Investor Loans | 1.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 21.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Wetumpka, AL
Wetumpka, AL lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 9 |
Total Units Section 8 | 9 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 0.3% |
% Occupied Section 8 | N/A |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $830 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$30 | $1,020 | $990 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$340 | $1,600 | $1,260 |
| 4 Bedroom | -$320 | $1,900 | $1,580 |
Affordability — Wetumpka, AL
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 2.6 |
| Median Home Price | $221,000 |
| Median Household Income | $75,500 |