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    Alabama

    Alabama is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States. The geography is diverse, ranging from the Gulf Coast in the south to the Appalachian Mountains in the north, with a generally humid subtropical climate. The population is around 5 million, with a mix of urban and rural communities. The economy is driven by industries like automotive manufacturing, aerospace, agriculture, and tourism. The cost of living is relatively low, with affordable housing options, but the job market can be competitive in some areas. The education system includes a mix of public and private K-12 schools, as well as several respected universities. Healthcare facilities are available, but access can be a challenge in some rural areas. Alabama offers a rich cultural heritage, with attractions like music festivals, museums, and historic sites. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound, from beaches and lakes to hiking trails and state parks. The transportation infrastructure includes a network of highways, airports, and public transit options, though some areas may have limited connectivity. Crime rates vary across the state, with some urban centers experiencing higher levels of crime. Overall, Alabama presents a mix of advantages and potential drawbacks for those considering it as a place to live, and potential residents should carefully weigh the various factors to determine if it aligns with their needs and preferences.

    Demographics

    Population

    4.9M

    Ethnicity %

    White
    65
    Black
    26
    Asian
    1
    Hispanic
    4

    Median Age

    39.09

    Density

    7 of 10

    233 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.1

    Religious

    64%

    Foreign Born

    4%

    Veterans

    8.1%

    Adult Smokers

    19.16%

    Adult Obesity

    39.13%

    Uninsured

    11.87%

    Excessive Drinking

    15.89%

    Poverty Rate

    16.1%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    4.5 hours winter dailyMostly sunny

    Summer average temp

    93°F

    Winter max temp

    58°F

    Precipitation

    56 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    0.6 (low)

    Drought risk

    Low

    Earthquake risk

    Low

    Wildfire risk

    Very Low

    Tornado risk

    High

    Hurricane risk

    Low

    Crime

    Rank: 5.1 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    6 (4.1)

    Property

    7 (31)

    Assault

    5 (2.7)

    Larceny (theft)

    6 (21)

    Robbery

    6 (0.9)

    Burglary

    6 (7.8)

    Rape

    4 (0.39)

    Auto Theft

    6 (2.0)

    Murder

    3 (0.06)

    Arson

    5 (0.22)

    Driving deaths involving alcohol

    26%

    Politics and Law

    State politics

    Abortion laws

    Illegal, limited exceptions

    Marijuana laws

    Legal for medical use

    Gun Laws

    No Permits Required

    Democrat

    36%

    Republican

    62%

    State Tax Burden

    7.00%

    Cigarette Tax

    $0.68

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    $49,523

    Unemployment

    1.77%

    Employment

    54.1%

    Hours worked

    41.63

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    4.2 / 10

    Water Area

    2.38%

    Near park?

    50%

    Beaches

    Within 1 hour

    Mountains

    1-3 hours

    Tree Area

    Unknown

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    70%

    Median Home Price

    $218K

    Average Rent

    $1,404

    Internet over 25mbps

    75%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    19

    Cycling

    23

    Public Transit

    4

    Major Airport

    <2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    24

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    3 of 10  

    (avg: -0.21)

    College graduates

    26%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    32

    Food awards per 100k

    3.85

    Jefferson County

    Jefferson County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Birmingham

    Home Price

    $213K

    Rent

    $1,356

    Mobile County

    Mobile County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Mobile

    Home Price

    $185K

    Rent

    $1,301

    Madison County

    Madison County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Huntsville

    Home Price

    $304K

    Rent

    $1,438

    Montgomery County

    Montgomery County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Matthews

    Home Price

    $149K

    Rent

    $1,294

    Baldwin County

    Baldwin County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Daphne

    Home Price

    $375K

    Rent

    $1,693

    Shelby County

    Shelby County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Birmingham

    Home Price

    $340K

    Rent

    $1,544

    Tuscaloosa County

    Tuscaloosa County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Tuscaloosa

    Home Price

    $222K

    Rent

    $1,496

    Lee County

    Lee County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Auburn

    Home Price

    $299K

    Rent

    $1,537

    Morgan County

    Morgan County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Decatur

    Home Price

    $223K

    Rent

    $1,226

    Calhoun County

    Calhoun County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Anniston

    Home Price

    $155K

    Rent

    $870

    Houston County

    Houston County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Dothan

    Home Price

    $180K

    Rent

    $1,463

    Etowah County

    Etowah County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Gadsden

    Home Price

    $160K

    Rent

    $669

    Limestone County

    Limestone County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Athens

    Home Price

    $307K

    Rent

    $1,763

    Marshall County

    Marshall County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Pinedale Shores

    Home Price

    $213K

    Rent

    $1,162

    Lauderdale County

    Lauderdale County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Florence

    Home Price

    $207K

    Rent

    $1,221

    St. Clair County

    St. Clair County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Pell City

    Home Price

    $272K

    Rent

    $1,621

    Cullman County

    Cullman County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Damascus

    Home Price

    $232K

    Rent

    $1,571

    Elmore County

    Elmore County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Prattville

    Home Price

    $250K

    Rent

    $1,368

    Talladega County

    Talladega County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Oxford

    Home Price

    $179K

    Rent

    $1,052

    DeKalb County

    DeKalb County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Fort Payne

    Home Price

    $193K

    Rent

    $1,189

    Walker County

    Walker County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Jasper

    Home Price

    $179K

    Rent

    $1,454

    Russell County

    Russell County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Phenix City

    Home Price

    $170K

    Rent

    $1,470

    Blount County

    Blount County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Oneonta

    Home Price

    $221K

    Rent

    $1,494

    Autauga County

    Autauga County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Millbrook

    Home Price

    $234K

    Rent

    $1,653

    Colbert County

    Colbert County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Muscle Shoals

    Home Price

    $181K

    Rent

    $985

    Coffee County

    Coffee County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Enterprise

    Home Price

    $188K

    Rent

    $1,271

    Jackson County

    Jackson County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Scottsboro

    Home Price

    $180K

    Rent

    $1,353

    Dale County

    Dale County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Ozark

    Home Price

    $151K

    Rent

    $1,390

    Chilton County

    Chilton County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Clanton

    Home Price

    $211K

    Rent

    $1,180

    Tallapoosa County

    Tallapoosa County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Alexander City

    Home Price

    $225K

    Rent

    $665

    Dallas County

    Dallas County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Selma

    Home Price

    $74K

    Rent

    $1,804

    Covington County

    Covington County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Andalusia

    Home Price

    $140K

    Rent

    $612

    Escambia County

    Escambia County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Atmore

    Home Price

    $144K

    Rent

    $1,612

    Chambers County

    Chambers County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Valley

    Home Price

    $123K

    Rent

    $1,902

    Pike County

    Pike County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Troy

    Home Price

    $161K

    Rent

    $1,965

    Lawrence County

    Lawrence County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Moulton

    Home Price

    $200K

    Rent

    $734

    Franklin County

    Franklin County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Russellville

    Home Price

    $153K

    Rent

    $1,531

    Marion County

    Marion County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Hamilton

    Home Price

    $147K

    Rent

    $1,373

    Geneva County

    Geneva County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Geneva

    Home Price

    $146K

    Rent

    $625

    Cherokee County

    Cherokee County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Piedmont

    Home Price

    $218K

    Rent

    $2,153

    Barbour County

    Barbour County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Eufaula

    Home Price

    $145K

    Rent

    $576

    Winston County

    Winston County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Delmar

    Home Price

    $189K

    Rent

    $529

    Clarke County

    Clarke County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Jackson

    Home Price

    $135K

    Rent

    $1,679

    Randolph County

    Randolph County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Roanoke

    Home Price

    $186K

    Rent

    $1,115

    Bibb County

    Bibb County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Brent

    Home Price

    $188K

    Rent

    $1,219

    Monroe County

    Monroe County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Monroeville

    Home Price

    $130K

    Rent

    $1,444

    Pickens County

    Pickens County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Aliceville

    Home Price

    $129K

    Rent

    $1,479

    Butler County

    Butler County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Greenville

    Home Price

    $108K

    Rent

    $1,548

    Marengo County

    Marengo County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Demopolis

    Home Price

    $140K

    Rent

    $563

    Macon County

    Macon County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Tuskegee

    Home Price

    $94K

    Rent

    $795

    Henry County

    Henry County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Headland

    Home Price

    $170K

    Rent

    $2,008

    Washington County

    Washington County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Chatom

    Home Price

    $140K

    Rent

    $2,035

    Fayette County

    Fayette County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Fayette

    Home Price

    $127K

    Rent

    $1,404

    Cleburne County

    Cleburne County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Heflin

    Home Price

    $212K

    Rent

    $585

    Hale County

    Hale County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Greensboro

    Home Price

    $158K

    Rent

    $577

    Lamar County

    Lamar County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Vernon

    Home Price

    $121K

    Rent

    $1,398

    Crenshaw County

    Crenshaw County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Luverne

    Home Price

    $125K

    Rent

    $537

    Clay County

    Clay County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Lineville

    Home Price

    $147K

    Rent

    $1,419

    Choctaw County

    Choctaw County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Butler

    Home Price

    $110K

    Rent

    $525

    Sumter County

    Sumter County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Livingston

    Home Price

    $117K

    Rent

    $2,040

    Conecuh County

    Conecuh County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Evergreen

    Home Price

    $118K

    Rent

    $536

    Coosa County

    Coosa County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Goodwater

    Home Price

    $180K

    Rent

    $589

    Wilcox County

    Wilcox County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Camden

    Home Price

    $141K

    Rent

    $509

    Bullock County

    Bullock County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Union Springs

    Home Price

    $118K

    Rent

    $654

    Lowndes County

    Lowndes County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Fort Deposit

    Home Price

    $129K

    Rent

    $1,220

    Perry County

    Perry County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Marion

    Home Price

    $119K

    Rent

    $1,220

    Greene County

    Greene County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Eutaw

    Home Price

    $107K

    Rent

    $1,251

    Jefferson County

    Jefferson County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Birmingham

    Home Price

    $213K

    Rent

    $1,356

    Mobile County

    Mobile County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Mobile

    Home Price

    $185K

    Rent

    $1,301

    Madison County

    Madison County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Huntsville

    Home Price

    $304K

    Rent

    $1,438

    Montgomery County

    Montgomery County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Matthews

    Home Price

    $149K

    Rent

    $1,294

    Baldwin County

    Baldwin County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Daphne

    Home Price

    $375K

    Rent

    $1,693

    Shelby County

    Shelby County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Birmingham

    Home Price

    $340K

    Rent

    $1,544

    Tuscaloosa County

    Tuscaloosa County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Tuscaloosa

    Home Price

    $222K

    Rent

    $1,496

    Lee County

    Lee County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Auburn

    Home Price

    $299K

    Rent

    $1,537

    Morgan County

    Morgan County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Decatur

    Home Price

    $223K

    Rent

    $1,226

    Calhoun County

    Calhoun County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Anniston

    Home Price

    $155K

    Rent

    $870

    Houston County

    Houston County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Dothan

    Home Price

    $180K

    Rent

    $1,463

    Etowah County

    Etowah County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Gadsden

    Home Price

    $160K

    Rent

    $669

    Limestone County

    Limestone County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Athens

    Home Price

    $307K

    Rent

    $1,763

    Marshall County

    Marshall County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Pinedale Shores

    Home Price

    $213K

    Rent

    $1,162

    Lauderdale County

    Lauderdale County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Florence

    Home Price

    $207K

    Rent

    $1,221

    St. Clair County

    St. Clair County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Pell City

    Home Price

    $272K

    Rent

    $1,621

    Cullman County

    Cullman County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Damascus

    Home Price

    $232K

    Rent

    $1,571

    Elmore County

    Elmore County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Prattville

    Home Price

    $250K

    Rent

    $1,368

    Talladega County

    Talladega County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Oxford

    Home Price

    $179K

    Rent

    $1,052

    DeKalb County

    DeKalb County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Fort Payne

    Home Price

    $193K

    Rent

    $1,189

    Walker County

    Walker County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Jasper

    Home Price

    $179K

    Rent

    $1,454

    Russell County

    Russell County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Phenix City

    Home Price

    $170K

    Rent

    $1,470

    Blount County

    Blount County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Oneonta

    Home Price

    $221K

    Rent

    $1,494

    Autauga County

    Autauga County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Millbrook

    Home Price

    $234K

    Rent

    $1,653

    Colbert County

    Colbert County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Muscle Shoals

    Home Price

    $181K

    Rent

    $985

    Coffee County

    Coffee County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Enterprise

    Home Price

    $188K

    Rent

    $1,271

    Jackson County

    Jackson County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Scottsboro

    Home Price

    $180K

    Rent

    $1,353

    Dale County

    Dale County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Ozark

    Home Price

    $151K

    Rent

    $1,390

    Chilton County

    Chilton County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Clanton

    Home Price

    $211K

    Rent

    $1,180

    Tallapoosa County

    Tallapoosa County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Alexander City

    Home Price

    $225K

    Rent

    $665

    Dallas County

    Dallas County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Selma

    Home Price

    $74K

    Rent

    $1,804

    Covington County

    Covington County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Andalusia

    Home Price

    $140K

    Rent

    $612

    Escambia County

    Escambia County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Atmore

    Home Price

    $144K

    Rent

    $1,612

    Chambers County

    Chambers County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Valley

    Home Price

    $123K

    Rent

    $1,902

    Pike County

    Pike County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Troy

    Home Price

    $161K

    Rent

    $1,965

    Lawrence County

    Lawrence County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Moulton

    Home Price

    $200K

    Rent

    $734

    Franklin County

    Franklin County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Russellville

    Home Price

    $153K

    Rent

    $1,531

    Marion County

    Marion County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Hamilton

    Home Price

    $147K

    Rent

    $1,373

    Geneva County

    Geneva County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Geneva

    Home Price

    $146K

    Rent

    $625

    Cherokee County

    Cherokee County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Piedmont

    Home Price

    $218K

    Rent

    $2,153

    Barbour County

    Barbour County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Eufaula

    Home Price

    $145K

    Rent

    $576

    Winston County

    Winston County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Delmar

    Home Price

    $189K

    Rent

    $529

    Clarke County

    Clarke County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Jackson

    Home Price

    $135K

    Rent

    $1,679

    Randolph County

    Randolph County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Roanoke

    Home Price

    $186K

    Rent

    $1,115

    Bibb County

    Bibb County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Brent

    Home Price

    $188K

    Rent

    $1,219

    Monroe County

    Monroe County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Monroeville

    Home Price

    $130K

    Rent

    $1,444

    Pickens County

    Pickens County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Aliceville

    Home Price

    $129K

    Rent

    $1,479

    Butler County

    Butler County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Greenville

    Home Price

    $108K

    Rent

    $1,548

    Marengo County

    Marengo County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Demopolis

    Home Price

    $140K

    Rent

    $563

    Macon County

    Macon County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Tuskegee

    Home Price

    $94K

    Rent

    $795

    Henry County

    Henry County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Headland

    Home Price

    $170K

    Rent

    $2,008

    Washington County

    Washington County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Chatom

    Home Price

    $140K

    Rent

    $2,035

    Fayette County

    Fayette County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Fayette

    Home Price

    $127K

    Rent

    $1,404

    Cleburne County

    Cleburne County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Heflin

    Home Price

    $212K

    Rent

    $585

    Hale County

    Hale County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Greensboro

    Home Price

    $158K

    Rent

    $577

    Lamar County

    Lamar County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Vernon

    Home Price

    $121K

    Rent

    $1,398

    Crenshaw County

    Crenshaw County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Luverne

    Home Price

    $125K

    Rent

    $537

    Clay County

    Clay County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Lineville

    Home Price

    $147K

    Rent

    $1,419

    Choctaw County

    Choctaw County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Butler

    Home Price

    $110K

    Rent

    $525

    Sumter County

    Sumter County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Livingston

    Home Price

    $117K

    Rent

    $2,040

    Conecuh County

    Conecuh County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Evergreen

    Home Price

    $118K

    Rent

    $536

    Coosa County

    Coosa County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Goodwater

    Home Price

    $180K

    Rent

    $589

    Wilcox County

    Wilcox County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Camden

    Home Price

    $141K

    Rent

    $509

    Bullock County

    Bullock County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Union Springs

    Home Price

    $118K

    Rent

    $654

    Lowndes County

    Lowndes County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Fort Deposit

    Home Price

    $129K

    Rent

    $1,220

    Perry County

    Perry County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Marion

    Home Price

    $119K

    Rent

    $1,220

    Greene County

    Greene County

    State

    Alabama

    City

    Eutaw

    Home Price

    $107K

    Rent

    $1,251