Sylvania, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,005 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,973 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$129,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$366 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$474 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

DeKalb County
3
Fort Payne Urban Area
3
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

DeKalb County
3
Fort Payne Urban Area
3
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 40
Feb 5 0 43
Mar 5 1 51
Apr 4 0 59
May 5 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AL State Senate District 8, AL State House District 24, AL
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Schools

Sylvania School
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Cornerstone Christian Academy
4 miles, SW • 1 star
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Colleges

Snead State Community College
32 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Covenant College
37 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Dekalb Regional Medical Center
9 miles, S • 2.3 star
Highlands Medical Center
15 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Marshall Medical Centers
31 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
47 miles, E • 1.4 star
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