Calera, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
17,188 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,441 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$214,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$395 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,220 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.5% 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 44
Feb 5 0 48
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 62
May 4 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (80%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, AL State Senate District 11, AL State House District 41, AL
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Schools

Calera Intermediate School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Calera High
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Calera Middle
3 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of Montevallo
7 miles, W • 1.9 star
Strayer University-Alabama
22 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
10 miles, N • 2.3 star
St Vincent's Chilton
18 miles, S • 4.1 star
Grandview Medical Center
22 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
109 miles, NW • 1 star
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