EUFAULA

Nestled along the banks of the Chattahoochee River, Eufaula is committed to sustaining its historic landmarks and natural resources for future generations to enjoy. Eufaula boasts over 700 homes and edifices on the National Register of Historic Places. One of these, the Couric-Smith home on North Eufaula Avenue, received national attention in 1999 when NBC Today Show host, Katie Couric traced her family's roots to Eufaula. Another National Register property, the Shorter Mansion, serves as the official home of the Eufaula Heritage Association and as the headquarters for Eufaula's annual pilgrimage tour of homes. The neoclassical revival style mansion offers visitors a glimpse into Eufaula's past. It contains portraits and mementos of the six Alabama governors from Barbour County and is beautifully furnished with period antiques. Fendall Hall, a property maintained by the Alabama Historical Commission, is another unique architectural gem. It is a rare example of the 1860-era Italianate style, and three rooms feature the finest Victorian-era murals painted by a traveling French artist in the 1880s.
Eufaula is also replete with natural resources. A 46,000 acre lake has earned Eufaula the title of the "bass fishing capital of the world." Several marinas serve the lake and provide fishing and recreational boating opportunities. The Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge is also a popular natural destination. Located on over 11,000 acres, the Refuge gives visitors the opportunity to view native wildlife, and its visitor's center is maintained by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. For the serious hunter, Eufaula is a natural Mecca, offering a large population of deer, turkey, and fowl. Three private plantations and hunting lodges give their visitors the chance to bring home a trophy buck. The Wildlife Refuge also permits managed hunting during certain times of the year.
Whether you are a history buff or an outdoor sports enthusiast, you will enjoy all that Eufaula has to offer.

City Name: Eufaula

    Population: 13,908

County Name: Barbour

    Population:29,308

County Average Growth Rate: 

Per Capita Income: $15,547

Median Family Income: $25,551

LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION

Commercial Airline : no

Nearest Regional Airport: Eufaula Municipal Airport

Distance to: local

Interstate Highways : no

    If no, then distance to interstate highways: I185-50 miles; I85-100 miles; I65-80 miles; I10-100 miles

Four Lane Highways (Please Specify): U.S. 431

Distance to...

    Atlanta:168 miles

    Birmingham:178 miles

    Mobile:235 miles

    Tallahassee:158 miles

    Nearest Coastal City (Name/Distance): Panama City, Florida--150 miles

Public Transportation : no

LOCAL TAXES

Property Taxes on $100,000 Home with Homestead Exemption: $396/year

    Total Millage Rate: 44

Sales Tax (Total): 8%

Automobile Tax & Tag: $30-$350/year, depending on make, model, and year

HOUSING COSTS

Approximate cost of 1,800 sq. ft. home with two car garage - 5 to 10 yrs old: $120,000

Approximate cost of 1,800 sq. ft. home with two car garage - new: $130,000

UTILITIES/SERVICES

Public Water : yes

    Cost per 1000 gallons: $1.37 for the first 2,000 gallons, then $1.49 for each additional 1,000 gallons, plus a base charge between $6.55 and $30.04, depending upon meter size.

Public Sewer : yes

    If yes, Approximate percent of community with sewage service: 37%

    Cost of Sewage Service:$23.88-$24.10

Electricity, Cost per 1000kwh: 5.1036 cents per KWH for the first 1000KWH plus 5.3565 cents per KWH for all over 1000KWH plus a monthly base rate of $8.91

Garbage Service Cost: $11.25 with limb pick-up: $8.50 without limb pick-up

    Number of Pick ups per Week: 1

Cost for Basic Cable TV Service: $32.83

    Number of Channels: 51

    Percent of community coverage: 80%

HEALTH CARE

Number of Physicians: City: 13 active; 21 consulting County:

Number of hospital Beds: City: 74 County:

Nursing Home Facilities: 1

Assisted Living Facilities: 3

Regional Health Care Center : no

MILITARY POSTS

Military Posts : no

    Name/Distance to: Ft. Benning--45 miles

RELIGION

Public Library : yes

Places of Worship: Protestant, Catholic, Mormon

    Denominations: Assembly of God, Baptist, Episcopal, Church of Christ, Independent, Methodist, Presbyterian

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Post/Secondary Institutions : yes

    Name/Distance: Wallace Community College--Sparks Campus