Mulga, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
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
589 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$34,844 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$56,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$382 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$564 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.6% 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 43
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 60
May 5 0 69
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 63
Nov 5 0 53
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 2%

Schools

Minor Community School
2 miles, SE 1.4 star
Adamsville Elementary School
3 miles, NE 1.9 star
Minor High School
3 miles, E 2.3 star
Crumly Chapel Elementary School
3 miles, E 1.9 star

Colleges

Miles College
6 miles, S 1.4 star
Birmingham-Southern College
8 miles, SE 2.8 star
Lawson State Community College
9 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
8 miles, SE 2.3 star
University of Alabama Hospital
10 miles, SE 2.3 star

Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
94 miles, W 1 star