Grayson Valley, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
5,882 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,354 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$128,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$360 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$915 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
6
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

Jefferson County
5
Birmingham Metro Area
4
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 61
May 5 0 69
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 5 0 53
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, AL State Senate District 20, AL State House District 44, AL
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Schools

Mountain View Baptist School
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Chalkville Elementary School
1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Cahaba Elementary School
2 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Jefferson State Community College
4 miles, NW • 1.4 star
University of Alabama at Birmingham
13 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Strayer University-Alabama
15 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent's East
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
St Vincent's Birmingham
13 miles, SW • 4.1 star
University of Alabama Hospital
13 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
113 miles, W • 1 star
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