Harpersville, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Shelby County County
Harpersville, AL
At a Glance
How Harpersville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Harpersville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Harpersville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Harpersville residents earn a median household income of $72,941 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,439. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,251 business establishments, including 436 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Harpersville is $186,300 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $280,363. Median rent is $929/month, with 18.3% 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 1988.
Safety & Crime
Harpersville reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,432/100K.
Education
14.0% of adults in Harpersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 87.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harpersville 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.