Shelby County, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
226,955 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,543 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$298,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$520 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,127 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Birmingham Metro Area
5
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

Birmingham Metro Area
4
Alabama
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 43
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 62
May 4 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, AL State Senate District 11, AL State House District 41, AL
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Schools

Forest Oaks Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Chelsea High School
5 miles, N • 4.1 star
Chelsea Middle School
5 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Cornerstone Christian School
6 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Strayer University-Alabama
12 miles, N • 2.3 star
Samford University
16 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Shelby Baptist Medical Center
9 miles, W • 2.3 star
Grandview Medical Center
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
15 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
112 miles, NW • 1 star
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