Highland Lakes, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
5,673 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
72.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$169,833 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$562,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$720 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,218 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 43
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 62
May 5 0 70
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 4 0 63
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, AL State Senate District 15, AL State House District 45, AL
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Schools

Greystone Elementary School
1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Mt Laurel Elementary School
1 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Strayer University-Alabama
5 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Samford University
10 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Grandview Medical Center
5 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
9 miles, NW • 3.2 star
St Vincent's Birmingham
11 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
112 miles, NW • 1 star
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