West End-Cobb Town, 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
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
3,705
332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
7.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$55,603
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$84,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$326
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$514
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Calhoun County
7
Anniston-Oxford Metro Area
7
Alabama
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Calhoun County
6
Anniston-Oxford Metro Area
6
Alabama
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 0 | 42 |
| Feb | 5 | 0 | 46 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 53 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| Nov | 5 | 0 | 52 |
| Dec | 4 | 0 | 44 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, AL State Senate District 12, AL State House District 35, ALSchools
Wellborn Elementary School
<1 miles, W
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1.9
Wellborn High School
<1 miles, NW
•
1.9
Randolph Park Elementary School
1 miles, E
•
1.4
Cobb PreK Academy
2 miles, E
Colleges
Jacksonville State University
14 miles, NE
•
1.9
Talladega College
20 miles, SW
•
1
Gadsden State Community College
25 miles, N
•
1.4
West Georgia Technical College
40 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center
3 miles, E
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2.3
Stringfellow Memorial Hospital
3 miles, E
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2.3
Citizens Baptist Medical Center
19 miles, SW
•
3.2
St Vincent's St Clair
25 miles, W
•
3.2
Airports
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
51 miles, W
•
2.3
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
83 miles, SE
•
5
Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field
85 miles, N
•
1.4
Columbus Airport
95 miles, S
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1