Madison, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
58,335 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
65.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$131,436 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$367,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$575 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,213 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison County
5
Huntsville 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

Madison County
5
Huntsville Metro Area
5
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 40
Feb 5 0 44
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 4 0 60
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 6 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, AL State Senate District 2, AL State House District 10, AL
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Schools

Mill Creek Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
West Madison Elementary School
1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Madison Elementary School
1 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Huntsville Hospital
10 miles, E • 2.3 star
Crestwood Medical Center
11 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Athens Limestone Hospital
14 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
91 miles, E • 1.4 star
Nashville International Airport
98 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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