Pickens County, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
18,843 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,014 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$123,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$408 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$353 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.1% 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 Metro Area
4
Alabama
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Tuscaloosa Metro Area
6
Alabama
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 43
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 62
May 4 0 71
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 3 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 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 (45%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, AL State Senate District 21, AL State House District 61, AL
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Schools

Pickens Academy
3 miles, S • 5 star
Reform Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Pickens County High School
7 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Mississippi University for Women
23 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Stillman College
30 miles, SE • 1.4 star
The University of Alabama
32 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Pickens County Medical Center
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Fayette Medical Center
32 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
30 miles, NW • 1 star
Key Field
77 miles, SW • 1 star
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