Brook Highland, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
8,428 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
56.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,143 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$401,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$599 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,167 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Shelby County
3
Birmingham Metro Area
5
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Shelby County
3
Birmingham Metro Area
4
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 43
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 61
May 5 0 70
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 4 0 63
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 8%

Schools

Inverness Elementary School
2 miles, SW 4.1 star
Greystone Elementary School
2 miles, S 4.6 star
Liberty Park Middle School
3 miles, NE 4.6 star

Colleges

Strayer University-Alabama
2 miles, NW 2.3 star
Samford University
6 miles, NW 2.8 star
University of Alabama at Birmingham
8 miles, NW 2.3 star

Hospitals

Grandview Medical Center
2 miles, W 3.2 star
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
6 miles, NW 3.2 star
St Vincent's Birmingham
8 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
110 miles, NW 1 star