Talladega-Sylacauga Urban Area, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
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
91,493 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,331 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$134,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$424 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$526 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Alabama
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 5 0 53
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 2%

Schools

NicholsLawson Middle School
2 miles, NW 2.3 star
Sylacauga High School
3 miles, W 4.1 star

Colleges

Talladega College
18 miles, NE 1 star
Central Alabama Community College
23 miles, S 1.4 star
Strayer University-Alabama
35 miles, NW 2.3 star

Hospitals

Coosa Valley Medical Center
4 miles, W 2.3 star
Citizens Baptist Medical Center
19 miles, NE 3.2 star
Russell Medical Center
22 miles, S 3.2 star
Clay County Hospital
22 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Columbus Airport
86 miles, SE 1 star