Westover, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
2,298 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$279,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$442 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$775 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 61
May 5 0 69
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 5 0 53
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (80%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, AL State Senate District 15, AL State House District 41, AL
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Schools

Chelsea Park Elementary School
4 miles, W • 3.7 star
Mt Laurel Elementary School
6 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Forest Oaks Elementary School
6 miles, W • 3.2 star
Vincent Elementary School
6 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Strayer University-Alabama
12 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Samford University
16 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Grandview Medical Center
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
16 miles, NW • 3.2 star
St Vincent's East
18 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
110 miles, SE • 1 star
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