Cherokee County, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
25,224 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,769 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$165,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$433 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$491 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alabama
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Alabama
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 40
Feb 5 0 44
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 4 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 4 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, AL State Senate District 10, AL State House District 39, AL
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Schools

Centre Middle School
5 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Centre Elementary School
6 miles, N • 2.8 star
Cherokee County High School
6 miles, N • 4.1 star

Colleges

Jacksonville State University
18 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Gadsden State Community College
20 miles, W • 1.4 star
Georgia Highlands College
26 miles, E • 1.9 star
Shorter University
29 miles, E • 2.3 star

Hospitals

Gadsden Regional Medical Center
18 miles, W • 2.3 star
Riverview Regional Medical Center
20 miles, W • 4.1 star

Airports

Lovell Field
72 miles, NE • 1.4 star