Birmingham, AL cityscape

35207

Birmingham, AL

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Total Population

6,820
5-year trend
+9.5%

Median Household Income

$27,939
5-year trend
+16.3%

Median Home Value

$71,700
5-year trend
+34.1%

Median Rent

$743
5-year trend
+11.9%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 100% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Safety score of 39/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$27,939
100% above state avg
Home Value
$71,700
100.1% above state avg
Rent
$743
100% above state avg
Population Density
6,820 residents
Median Age
43.0 years
Safety Score
39/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
62
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
70/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
39/100
Education
30/100
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Employment
50/100
Housing
92/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Birmingham, AL 35207

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Coordinates: 33.5726°, -86.8373°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
59
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
0
Below avg
Transportation
90
Average
Healthcare
95
Average
Groceries
85
Below avg
Utilities
92
Average
Overall
59
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
2,521
Employment Rate
90.3%
Avg. Commute
29 min
Work From Home
0%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Educational Services
34%
Manufacturing
21%
Finance & Insurance
16.2%
Construction
12.4%
Professional & Business Services
10%
Total Employed
2,277
Total Unemployed
244
Unemployment Rate
9.7%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Birmingham, AL

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

Unemployment rate of 9.7% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

Poverty rate of 41.1% is above national average of 11.5%.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$27,939
-62.8% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.0%
State: $-59,994,055
Income Distribution
30.8%
Under $50k
18.5%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 2.16 people

Total Households
3,152
Family Households
16.1%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Education
34.0%
#2 Industry
Manufacturing
21.0%
#3 Industry
Finance
16.2%
Total Employed Residents:1,324

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
1.4%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
1.9%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
0.3%
6 workers
Public Transit
5.4%
116 workers
Total Commuting Workers:2,146
Commute Insights

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
90.3%
2,277 employed
Labor Force
2,521
244 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:9.7%
Median Age
43.0 years
Per Capita Income
$18,625
Poverty Rate
41.1%
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