Montevallo, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
7,429 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,665 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$210,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$427 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$722 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.8% 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 44
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 62
May 4 0 70
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 2 0 63
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (20%) (78%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, AL State Senate District 14, AL State House District 49, AL
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Schools

Montevallo High School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Montevallo Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Montevallo Middle School
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Calera Middle
4 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of Montevallo
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
9 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Bibb Medical Center
21 miles, W • 3.2 star
St Vincent's Chilton
22 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
103 miles, NW • 1 star
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