Northport, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
30,991 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,781 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$258,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$469 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$788 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tuscaloosa County
5
Tuscaloosa Metro Area
4
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Tuscaloosa County
6
Tuscaloosa Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 44
Feb 5 0 48
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 62
May 4 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 4 0 64
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 4 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 4%

Schools

Crestmont Elementary School
2 miles, S 1.4 star
FaucettVestavia Elementary School
2 miles, SE 3.7 star
Flatwoods Elementary School
2 miles, W 1.9 star
Echols Middle School
2 miles, S 2.8 star

Colleges

Stillman College
4 miles, S 1.4 star
The University of Alabama
4 miles, S 2.3 star
Shelton State Community College
10 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Bryce Hospital
5 miles, S
Dch Regional Medical Center
5 miles, SE 2.3 star
Pickens County Medical Center
28 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
59 miles, NW 1 star
Key Field
93 miles, W 1 star