Piedmont, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,749 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,964 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$106,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$401 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$474 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Calhoun County
7
Anniston-Oxford Metro Area
7
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Calhoun County
6
Anniston-Oxford Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 41
Feb 4 0 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 4 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, AL State Senate District 12, AL State House District 29, AL
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Schools

Piedmont Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Piedmont Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Piedmont High School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Spring Garden High School
6 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Jacksonville State University
11 miles, W • 1.9 star
Gadsden State Community College
22 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Georgia Highlands College
29 miles, E • 1.9 star
West Georgia Technical College
30 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Gadsden Regional Medical Center
21 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Stringfellow Memorial Hospital
22 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
80 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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