Pinson, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
7,851 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,349 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$194,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$453 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,078 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.0% 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 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 4 0 60
May 5 0 69
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 5 0 52
Dec 5 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, AL State Senate District 17, AL State House District 51, AL
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Schools

Pinson Valley High School
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Rudd Middle School
1 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Jefferson State Community College
5 miles, SW • 1.4 star
University of Alabama at Birmingham
16 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Birmingham-Southern College
17 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent's East
8 miles, SW • 2.3 star
St Vincent's Birmingham
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
University of Alabama Hospital
16 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
112 miles, W • 1 star
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