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About Enterprise
Enterprise is a city where Old South charm combines with New South vitality to make Enterprise a wonderful place to live, learn, work and make a living. Whether you are a visitor, a new resident, or considering relocation or retiring, you will find our city ready to make you feel at home. Rated by Consumers Digest as one of the top 25 best and most affordable retirement sites in the country.
Enterprise is a community of growth and progress, friendly people, a forward thinking government and a pleasant climate. Enterprise has a diverse blend of industrial, agricultural and military history. The city offers a variety of cultural, educational, and recreational activities for all ages ranging from cultural events to continuing education. Shopping and dining includes a historic downtown district, eight shopping centers and a wide variety of businesses located throughout the city. Moderate temperatures allow year-round golfing, hunting, fishing, and many other outdoor sports. The Enterprise City Park includes tennis, walking trails, a lake, playgrounds and a picnic area.
Whether you enjoy living in a planned subdivision or a tranquil rural setting, you will find Enterprise provides a variety of options, including quality rental property. Housing in Enterprise is plentiful and affordable. Several new housing developments will have entities such as lakes, golf courses, two-acres of land, walking trails and neighborhood shops.
Comprehensive medical care is available through the 135-bed hospital and the 36 doctors and 10 dentists who practice in Enterprise. A wide variety of additional quality medical services are available with a 30-minute drive. For the military, Lyster Army Hospital is located five miles from the city.
The city of Enterprise invites you to discover our city and learn why our residents call Enterprise home.
Community Profile
Population (2000)
| City |
21,178 |
| County |
43,165 |
| City Average Annual Growth Rate 1990-2000 |
5.2% |
| Per capita Income (1999) |
$20,493 |
| Median Family Income (1999) |
$45,510 |
For additional information Census Information
Location/Transportation
Find Us
| Commercial Airline |
No |
| Nearest Regional Airport |
Dothan, 28 miles |
| Distance to other Commercial Airports |
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| Montgomery Airport |
90 miles |
| Panama City, FL |
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| Atlanta Airport |
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| Interstate Highways |
No |
| Distance to Interstate Highways |
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| I-10 |
40 miles |
| I-65 & I 85 |
75 miles |
| Four Lane Highways |
US HWYS 231 & 84, |
| State Highways |
Al. Hwy. 167, 27, 134, 248 |
| Distance to: |
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| Atlanta |
231 miles |
| Birmingham |
184 miles |
| Mobile |
181miles |
| Tallahassee |
188 miles |
| Panama City Beach, FL |
90 miles |
| Public Transportation |
no |
Crime Statistics
Crime Index: 2335.20
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 non-negligent 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: |
approx. $435.00 |
| Total Millage Rate |
.43.5 |
| Sales Tax |
8% |
| Automobile Tag: $15,000 vehicle |
approx. $125.00 |
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 |
$110,000.00 |
| Approximate cost of 1,800 sq. ft. home with two car garage - New |
$117,000.00 |
Utilities/Services
| Public Water |
Yes |
| Cost per 1000 gallons |
-$164. |
| Public Sewer |
Yes |
| Cost of Sewage Service |
80% of water usage |
| Electricity |
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| Cost per 1000 kwh |
$74.00 |
| Garbage Service |
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| Cost |
$10.50 per month |
| Number of pick ups per week |
1 |
| Cable TV |
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| Cost of Basic Service |
$ 32.95 |
| Number of basic channels |
50 |
| Percent of community coverage |
100% in Enterprise |
Health Care
| Physicians |
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| City |
33 |
| County |
14 |
| Hospital Beds |
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| City |
131 |
| County |
20 |
| Nursing Home Facilities |
2 |
| Assisted Living Facilities |
3 |
| Regional Health Care Center |
Yes |
| Proximity to nearest Regional Health Care Center |
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| SE Alabama Medical Center |
40 miles |
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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
AUSA - Association Of The United States Army
Department of Veteran Affairs
Air Force Personnel Center
Bureau of Naval Affairs
Retired and Annuity Pay
U.S. Office of Personnel Management
Religion
| Places of Worship |
64 |
| Denominations |
Protestant and Catholic |
Weather
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High |
Mean |
Low |
| Spring |
78.7 |
66.1 |
53.5 |
| Summer |
91 |
79.9 |
68.9 |
| Fall |
79.3 |
66.9 |
54.2 |
| Winter |
59.1 |
47.3 |
37.2 |
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Life Long Learning Opportunities
| Post Secondary Institutions |
Yes |
| Name/Distance to nearest P/S institutions |
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| Enterprise-Ozark Community College |
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| Troy University of Dothan |
25 miles |
| Wallace Community College |
25 miles |
| Public Library |
Yes |
Tourism/Recreation
| Community Recreation Programs |
Yes |
| 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
For more detailed county demographics, please visit the American Community Network.
Interested in more community information?
For general information about retiring in Alabama, please contact Alabama Advantage at [email protected].
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