West Blocton, AL
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
1,320
332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
10.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$37,537
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$107,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$381
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$493
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Bibb 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
Bibb County
3
Birmingham Metro Area
4
Alabama
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 0 | 44 |
| Feb | 6 | 0 | 48 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 55 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 78 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 81 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 80 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Nov | 5 | 0 | 54 |
| Dec | 5 | 0 | 46 |
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%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 83%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 6, AL State Senate District 14, AL State House District 49, ALSchools
West Blocton Elementary School
<1 miles, SW
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2.8
West Blocton High School
<1 miles, SW
•
2.8
West Blocton Middle School
<1 miles, SW
•
1.9
Bibb County Career Academy
5 miles, SW
Colleges
University of Montevallo
15 miles, SE
•
1.9
Brown Beauty Barber School
22 miles, NE
The University of Alabama
25 miles, NW
•
2.3
Shelton State Community College
25 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Bibb Medical Center
12 miles, SW
•
3.2
Medical West, an Affiliate of Uab Health System
19 miles, NE
•
3.2
Shelby Baptist Medical Center
20 miles, E
•
2.3
Dch Regional Medical Center
24 miles, NW
•
2.3
Airports
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
38 miles, NE
•
2.3
Montgomery Regional Airport-Dannelly Field
71 miles, S
•
1
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
88 miles, NW
•
1
Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field
107 miles, NE
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1.4