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Comprehensive Data Report

Cottondale, AL

ZIP Code 35453

Tuscaloosa County

Population
12,130
Median Income
$69,949
Home Value
$164,400
Livability
69/100
Total Population
12,130
Median Household Income
$69,949
Median Home Value
$164,400
Median Rent
$881

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

73% owner-occupancy rate indicates a stable residential community with strong homeownership.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
12,130 residents
Median Age
38.0 years
Safety Score
55/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
69
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
87/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
55/100
Education
20/100
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Employment
73/100
Housing
95/100
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.

Location Map

Cottondale, AL 35453

Coordinates: 33.1818°, -87.3838°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
81
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
53
Below avg
Transportation
95
Average
Healthcare
98
Average
Groceries
93
Average
Utilities
96
Average
Overall
81
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
2,378,227,000
Employment Rate
97.1%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
12%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
15.2%
Retail Trade
13.9%
Manufacturing
11.8%
Education
11%
Professional Services
10.1%
Total Employed
2,310,036,000
Total Unemployed
68,191,000
Unemployment Rate
2.9%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
38.0 years
Per Capita Income
$29,857
Poverty Rate
13.5%