Douglas, AL
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
1,153
332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$56,406
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$169,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$345
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$644
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Marshall County
4
Albertville Urban Area
4
Alabama
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Marshall County
5
Albertville Urban Area
5
Alabama
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 0 | 40 |
| Feb | 5 | 0 | 44 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 52 |
| Apr | 5 | 0 | 60 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 61 |
| Nov | 5 | 0 | 51 |
| Dec | 5 | 0 | 43 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.
Liberal (20%) (78%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 86%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, AL State Senate District 9, AL State House District 26, ALSchools
Robert D Sloman Primary
<1 miles, NE
Douglas Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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1.9
Douglas High School
<1 miles, NE
•
3.2
Douglas Middle School
<1 miles, NE
•
1.9
Colleges
Snead State Community College
9 miles, E
•
1.4
New Beginning College of Cosmetology
10 miles, NE
Gadsden State Community College
22 miles, SE
•
1.4
George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville
27 miles, W
•
1.4
Hospitals
Marshall Medical Centers
10 miles, E
•
2.3
St Vincents Blount
19 miles, SW
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3.2
Mountain View Hospital
20 miles, SE
Riverview Regional Medical Center
22 miles, SE
•
4.1
Airports
Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field
41 miles, N
•
1.4
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
48 miles, SW
•
2.3
Lovell Field
87 miles, E
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1.4
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
115 miles, SE
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5