Colony, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
261 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$60,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$564 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cullman County
2
Cullman Urban Area
2
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cullman County
4
Cullman Urban Area
4
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 41
Feb 5 0 45
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 5 0 60
May 5 0 69
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 52
Dec 5 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (78%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 88%
Hillary Clinton 9%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AL State Senate District 4, AL State House District 12, AL
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Schools

Cold Springs Elementary School
8 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Cold Springs High School
8 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Hayden High School
8 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Bevill State Community College
22 miles, W • 1.4 star
Jefferson State Community College
23 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Cullman Regional Medical Center
19 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Walker Baptist Medical Center
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
St Vincents Blount
23 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
103 miles, W • 1 star
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