Childersburg, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Talladega County County
Childersburg, AL
At a Glance
How Childersburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Childersburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Childersburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Childersburg residents earn a median household income of $49,178 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,363. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,578 business establishments, including 125 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Childersburg is $131,300 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $159,089. Median rent is $795/month, with 19.7% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Childersburg reports 761 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,608/100K.
Education
10.7% of adults in Childersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 81.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Childersburg has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches.