Vandiver, 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 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
890 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
67.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$222,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$391 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$654 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Shelby County
3
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

Shelby County
3
Birmingham Metro Area
4
Alabama
5

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 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 62
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 17% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.

Liberal (17%) (80%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 4%

Schools

Leeds Elementary School
6 miles, N 2.3 star
Leeds Middle School
6 miles, N 1.9 star

Colleges

Strayer University-Alabama
11 miles, W 2.3 star
Samford University
15 miles, NW 2.8 star
University of Alabama at Birmingham
16 miles, NW 2.3 star

Hospitals

Grandview Medical Center
11 miles, W 3.2 star
St Vincent's East
12 miles, N 2.3 star
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
14 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Columbus Airport
113 miles, SE 1 star