Slocomb
In the late 1800's those traveling on the Central of Georgia trains
considered our town "the main stop" between Atlanta, Georgia and Mobile,
Alabama.
We like to remember those historical days so we hold traditional
celebrations annually, however, we are also realists and take a progressive stance when it
comes to improving both economic and living conditions in our town.
Slocomb is in a state of transition-moving from an aged to modern
infrastructure-moving from one century to the next-moving to become part of
the region rather than remaining a lone town in a highly competitive nation-We are a
growing town.
Tourist and retirees will find Slocomb hospitable and excellent place to
visit or settle. From here you can travel to the large metropolitan city of Dothan,
Al. in a matter of minutes, travel to beaches and tourist attractions in less than two
hours, go hunting or fishing, play golf and enjoy beautiful parks including our own.
Then, there is the Tomato Festival-where for one day a year the locally
grown, most delicious red fruit in the world, becomes the focal point of a hugh
celebration.
And finally, let us tell you that our town welcomes business, industries
and entrepreneurs. We have excellent workforce , town officials will assist in
"smoothing the bumps" to get you started and will continue to help as you strive
to reach long term goals.
Community Profile
Population (2000)
| City |
2,052 |
| County |
25,764 |
| Per capita Income (2000) |
$12,772 |
| Median Family Income (2000) |
$29,583 |
Location/Transportation
Find Us
| Commercial Airline |
no |
| Nearest Regional Airport |
Dothan, Al. 17 miles |
| Distance to other Commercial Airports |
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| Montgomery Airport |
97 miles |
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| Interstate Highways: |
No |
| Distance to Interstate Highways |
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| I-65 |
85 miles |
| I-10 |
20 miles |
| Four Lane Highways |
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| State Highways |
Hwy. 52,103 |
| Distance to: |
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| Atlanta |
220 miles |
| Birmingham |
185 miles |
| Mobile |
170 miles |
| Tallahassee |
100 miles |
| Panama City Beach, FL |
90 miles |
| Public Transportation |
no |
Find US
Crime Statistics
Crime Index: 2167.60
National: 4,922.7
State: 4,889.7
* The Crime Index is a measure of the number of crimes per 100,000 population. The index is composed of selected offenses used to gauge fluctuations in the overall volume and rate of crime reported to law enforcement. The offenses included are the violent crimes of murder and nonnegligent manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, and property crimes of burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson.
Cost of Living Index
| Dothan MSA |
93.1 |
| Montgomery MSA |
100 |
Local Taxes
| Property Taxes on $100,000 home with homestead exemption: |
$ 338.00 |
| Total Millage Rate |
39.30 |
| Sales Tax |
7 % |
| Automobile Tag: $15,000 vehicle |
24.25 |
For details on Alabama State Taxes, click here. (Alabama
Revenue Department)
Housing Costs
| Approximate cost of 1,800 sq. ft. home with two car garage - 5 to 10 yrs
old |
$76,300.00 |
| Approximate cost of 1,800 sq. ft. home with two car garage - New |
$84,800.00 |
Utilities/Services
| Public Water |
Yes |
| Cost per 1000 gallons |
$4.62 |
| Public Sewer |
Yes |
| Cost of Sewage Service |
$4.00 per 1000 gallons |
| Electricity |
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| Cost per 1000 kwh |
$70.00 |
| Garbage Service |
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| Cost |
$10.00 per month |
| Number of pick ups per week |
2- |
| Cable TV |
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| Cost of Basic Service |
$17.00 |
| Number of basic channels |
15 |
| Percent of community coverage |
90 % |
Health Care
| Physicians |
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| City |
2 |
| County |
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| Hospital Beds |
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| City |
0 |
| County |
0 |
| Nursing Home Facilities |
0 |
| Assisted Living Facilities |
0 |
| Regional Health Care Center |
Yes |
| Proximity to nearest Regional Health Care Center |
|
| Wiregrass Hospital |
27 miles |
| Southeast Alabama Medical Center |
20 miles |
| Flowers Hospital |
17 miles |
Health Care Cost Index:(Available for Regional Health Care Centers
only - percent of national average)
| Dothan MSA |
82.9 |
| Montgomery MSA |
96.4 |
Source: ACCRA Data
Military Posts
Armed Services Links
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Department of Veteran Affairs
Air Force Personnel Center
Bureau of Naval Affairs
Retired and Annuity Pay
U.S. Office of Personnel Management
Religion
| Place of Worship |
10 |
| Denominations |
Methodist, Baptist, AME |
Weather
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High |
Mean |
Low |
| Spring |
77 |
64.6 |
51.8 |
| Summer |
90.8 |
80.8 |
70.3 |
| Fall |
78.4 |
65.8 |
52.8 |
| Winter |
58.8 |
47.5 |
35.8 |
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| Snow |
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Life Long Learning Opportunities
| Post Secondary Institutions |
no |
| Name/Distance to nearest P/S institutions |
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| Troy State University,Dothan |
15 miles |
| Wallace Community College |
17 miles |
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| Public Library |
Yes |
Tourism/Recreation
| Community Recreation Programs |
Dixie Youth Bll |
| Senior Programs |
Yes |
Regional Links
SAEDP Tourism/Recreation
Southeast Alabama Network
Historic Chattahoochee Commission
State Links
State of Alabama
Alabama State Parks
Travel and Tourism
Department of Conservation
Alabama Department of Archives and History
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
Alabama Live
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Community Network.
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This Page was last revised:
05/19/2005