Brookwood, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Tuscaloosa County County
Brookwood, AL
At a Glance
How Brookwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brookwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brookwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brookwood residents earn a median household income of $79,297 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,874. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,406 business establishments, including 507 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brookwood is $181,900 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $214,070. Median rent is $1,140/month, with 22.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2000.
Safety & Crime
Brookwood reports 455 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 992/100K.
Education
24.7% of adults in Brookwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brookwood has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.