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Helena, AL

Alabama · Shelby County · Birmingham Metro

Helena is a small city in Alabama with a population of 21,452. Residents earn $109,590 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
21,452 Population 961/sq mi density
$109,590 Median Income $49,717 per capita
$292,700 Home Value $357,728 Zillow
$1,420 Median Rent 43.7% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
96 Violent Crime/100K 819 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$109,590 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$292,700 home value, $1,420/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
96 violent crimes/100K (75% below avg)
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $109,590
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $292,700
4% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 96/100K
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.2%
43% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,420
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

How Helena Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population21,452
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density961/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,590
Per Capita$49,717
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$17,333M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$292,700
Rent$1,420
Ownership91.1%
Zillow$357,728
Housing Units7,966
Rent Burden43.7%

Crime

F
Violent96/100K
Property819/100K
Murder5.7/100K
Assault62/100K
Burglary68/100K

Health

Obesity30.5%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking9.6%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation429 ft (131 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.2%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+15.6%
School Score5.72

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute31 min
Broadband96.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Helena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Helena receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Helena stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Helena is $109,590, which is significantly higher than the national average / 46% above $75,149. This places Helena among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Helena is $292,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,420 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Helena is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 96 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 819 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Helena enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Helena has a population of 21,452 with a density of 961 people per square mile, spread across 20.7 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 17.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.5% of residents. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 7.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

21,452
Total Population
961
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
20.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Helena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Helena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Helena is $109,590, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,717 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,284. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,251 business establishments, including 436 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 16.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Helena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,590
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,717
Avg Weekly Wage$1,284
IRS Avg AGI$102,306
Gini Index0.444 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,251
County GDP$17,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare535
Retail708
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Helena is $292,700, 4% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $357,728, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.5% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,420 (22% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 91.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,966 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2000. The average annual property tax is $3,123. 43.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$292,700
4% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$357,728
Median List Price$359,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$359,900
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold30
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops13.3%
Inventory83

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,420
22% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,963
Rent Burden43.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.1%
Owner-Occupied91.1%
Renter-Occupied8.9%
Housing Units7,966
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In Helena, 30.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.3% report binge drinking. 18.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.4% report depression. 15.1% experience frequent mental distress. 6.3% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,297. The dentist ratio is 1:1,967. 74.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5
2.1
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
2.4
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
4.0
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
46.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.6
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
143.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Helena vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress9.9%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,297
Dentists1:1,967
Mental Health1:756
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits70.9%
Premature Death6,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities535
Helena has a violent crime rate of 96 per 100,000 residents, 75% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 62.2 per 100,000, robbery at 5.7, rape at 22.6. The murder rate is 5.7 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 819 per 100,000, 58% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 712, burglary at 68, vehicle theft at 40 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Helena receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Helena vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent96.1/100K
75% below US avg
Murder5.7/100K
10% below US avg
Rape22.6/100K
Robbery5.7/100K
Assault62.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property819.2/100K
58% below US avg
Burglary67.8/100K
Theft711.9/100K
Vehicle Theft39.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents25
Avg Accident Severity1.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Helena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 429 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation429 ft (131 m)
Area20.7 sq mi (53.5 km²)
Population Density961/sq mi
Coordinates33.2834°N, 86.8792°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyShelby County County
Nearest AirportBirmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM)
21 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.6"
46% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.69"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0447 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)2.90 ppb

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability16.6 / 100
Community Resilience74.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2020.

Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 12 km
Jun 30, 2015 12 km W of Union, Alabama M3.5 114 km
Apr 21, 2009 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama M3.4 54 km
May 28, 1995 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama M3.4 89 km
Jun 24, 1998 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama M3.4 133 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 76 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 10 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 132 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 111 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 114 km
Mar 12, 2015 14 km W of Union, Alabama M3.1 116 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 48 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 110 km
Feb 27, 2015 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama M3.1 113 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 99 km
May 28, 2000 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama M3.0 105 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 118 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 69 km
Mar 20, 2004 11 km NW of Wilton, Alabama M3.0 18 km
Sep 11, 1992 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama M3.0 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Sally (2020, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Sally Category 1 281 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 283 km
2018 Michael Category 3 299 km
2005 Dennis Category 2 279 km
2005 Katrina Category 1 282 km
2004 Ivan Category 2 223 km
1995 Opal Category 1 136 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

683 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 220 fatalities, 2,170 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 8, 1998 EF5 46 km 32
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 27 km 22
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 98 km 7
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 89 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 53 km 22
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 82 km 0
Dec 16, 2000 EF4 81 km 11
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 83 km 22
Feb 23, 1975 EF4 71 km 1
Mar 6, 1967 EF4 54 km 2
Jan 24, 1964 EF4 42 km 10
Mar 11, 1963 EF4 69 km 2
Mar 5, 1963 EF4 13 km 0
Nov 18, 1957 EF4 84 km 3
Nov 17, 1957 EF4 74 km 4
Apr 15, 1956 EF4 26 km 25
May 1, 1953 EF4 89 km 7
Jan 12, 2023 EF3 86 km 7
Mar 30, 2022 EF3 64 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 75 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,157 ac, 2017).

Year Name Acres Distance
2017 UNNAMED 5,157 72 km
2024 OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX 5,018 62 km
2019 OK C-49 4,745 59 km
2022 OK TORNADO UNIT 4,504 63 km
2013 UNNAMED 4,279 58 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,199 88 km
2022 OK COMP 40/53 4,093 69 km
2020 OK PAYNE LAKE 4,078 69 km
2022 OK C-1/2/3/4 COMBINED 3,841 60 km
2022 OK COMP 50/51/52 3,786 66 km
2024 OAK COMP 16/17/18 RX 3,579 64 km
2015 UNNAMED 3,507 59 km
2015 UNNAMED 3,482 60 km
2021 OK 234 3,482 59 km
2010 WIREGRASS 3,467 69 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,414 62 km
2022 OK C-36/38/39 COMBINED 3,373 69 km
1998 CHEAHA WILDERNESS 3,299 97 km
2021 OK COMP 33 AND 43 3,164 63 km
2021 TL TYLER WEST 3,148 77 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.8 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 5.3 in
March 54°F (12°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 5.2 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in
June 76°F (24°C) 4.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.4 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.9 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in Driest
November 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
December 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in

Helena has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.1").

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Helena is located in Shelby County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 48.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 15.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.9% of the vote, a 40.9-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 535 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents25
Avg Accident Severity1.9 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.2%
43% above US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+15.6%
School Test Score5.72
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density961/sq mi
Total Area20.7 sq mi
CountyShelby County County

Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Avg Download Speed160.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed17.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities535
Restaurants436
Retail Stores708

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.6%
Average costs for common services in Helena. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$638
Toddler$657
Preschool$602
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$631
Toddler$615
Preschool$561
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Shelby County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 10,760 758 $40,210 1.26
Health Care & Social Assistance 8,588 817 $58,230 0.70
Finance & Insurance 8,330 502 $100,297 2.41
Accommodation & Food Services 7,809 471 $24,962 1.01
Professional & Technical Services 6,310 1,017 $89,434 1.07
Construction 5,582 688 $74,973 1.25
Administrative & Waste Services 5,496 461 $52,307 1.10
Manufacturing 5,373 272 $79,000 0.77
Wholesale Trade 5,369 592 $97,292 1.60
Other Services 2,778 450 $53,947 1.08
Management of Companies 1,955 54 $116,215 1.36
Transportation & Warehousing 1,637 153 $70,157 0.45
Real Estate 1,584 351 $86,038 1.20
Arts & Entertainment 1,117 88 $24,806 0.78
Information & Technology 1,063 246 $89,347 0.67
Utilities 960 29 $180,918 2.96
Educational Services 797 105 $42,210 0.45
Mining & Oil/Gas 302 16 $90,952 0.94
Agriculture & Forestry 161 27 $82,985 0.23

Schools in Helena

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Helena High School High 1,418 77 18.4:1
Helena Middle Middle 1,035 54 19.2:1
Helena Intermediate School Elementary 945 45 21.0:1
Helena Elementary School Elementary 868 46 18.9:1
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Radio Stations near Helena

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk 94.5 AAC+ 32 kbps
103.7 The Q - WQEN - Trussville/Birmingham, AL top 40 AAC
Talk 99.5 news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Classic Rock 105.1 classic rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps
Substrate Radio ambient, drone MP3 128 kbps
Classic Rock 105.5 AAC+ 32 kbps
thegreatiamb Radio americana, catholic MP3
thegreatiamb Kids americana, ballet MP3

Campgrounds Near Helena

1 campgrounds found near Helena.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BURCHFIELD BRANCH PARK 4.5/5 37 $20–$40

National Parks Near Helena

8 national parks and monuments found near Helena.

ParkTypeFee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument National Monument Free
Chickasaw State Park State Park Free
Freedom Riders National Monument National Monument Free
Lake Lurleen State Park State Park Free
Oak Mountain State Park State Park Free
Paul M. Grist State Park State Park Free
Rickwood Caverns State Park State Park Free
Wind Creek State Park State Park Free

Museums in Helena

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHRISTENBERRY PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2057262011$208,251,061
SAMFORD ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2057262011$208,251,061
BIRMINGHAM ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION2058790409$8,932,428
MCWANE SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM200 19TH STREET N2057148347$8,814,675
ALTAMONT SCHOOLART MUSEUM2058792006$6,772,233
BIRMINGHAM LANDMARKSHISTORIC PRESERVATION2052522262$3,837,208
BIRMINGHAM CIVIL RIGHTS INSTITUTEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2053289696$2,736,160
ALABAMA HISTORIC IRONWORKS COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$1,642,172
VULCAN PARK AND MUSEUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2059331409$1,349,832
HEART OF DIXIE RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM1919 9TH ST2056683435$1,024,873
ALDRIDGE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2056828019$538,889
ALABAMA SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM2053236665$488,198
ENDOWMENT FOR MCWANE SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2057148300$465,927
ALABAMA WILDLIFE CENTERZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION2056637930$440,703
SLOSS FURNACESHISTORY MUSEUM$375,106
SLOSS FURNACES NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION2053241911$375,106
ALABAMA JAZZ HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM$368,247
HEART GALLERY OF ALABAMAART MUSEUM2054451293$223,739
BIRMINGHAM HISTORY CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM1807 THIRD AVENUE NORTH2052024146$188,366
BIRMINGHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2052511880$136,632
MCCOY CENTER FOR COMMUNITY SERVICEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2053272957$95,811
BARE HANDS GALLERYART MUSEUM$54,487
BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM2052542565$25,404
ALABAMA GOSPEL MUSIC CULTURAL ARTS CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION2054472208$21,884
BIRMINGHAM JEFFERSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY TERMHISTORIC PRESERVATION$16,565
BESSEMER HALL OF HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM2054261633$8,783
ALABAMA MENS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM800 LAKESHORE DRIVE2057262362$7,618
WEST JEFFERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1740 EASTERN VALLEY ROAD3342065418$5,233
81ST ARMY RESERVE COMMAND HISTORICAL HOLDINGGENERAL MUSEUM255 WEST OXMOOR ROAD
9TH AND 10TH (HORSE) CAVALRY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION520 16TH ST N
A.M. BROWN HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION319 4TH TERRACE
ALABAMA FOLK ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM2053214929
ALABAMA HISTORICAL RADIO SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION600 N 18TH STREET2059677000
ALABAMA HUMANITIES FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM1100 IRELAND WAY SUITE #2022055583980
ALABAMA MUSEUM OF THE HEALTH SCIENCESSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2059344475
ALABAMA NEGRO LEAGUE BASEBALL MUSEUM FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
ALABAMA ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION2058790458
ALDRICH COAL MINE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM137 HIGHWAY 2032056652886
AMERICAN VILLAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2056653535
ARLINGTON ANTEBELLUM HOME & GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER331 COTTON AVE SW2057805656
ARLINGTON HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ARMED FORCES MUSEUM OF ALABAMAHISTORY MUSEUM3520 LORNA RIDGE DRIVE2055667257
ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2056656400
BIRMINGHAM BLACK RADIO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
BIRMINGHAM BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2612 LANE PARK ROAD2054143900
DISCOVERY 2000GENERAL MUSEUM2055582003
DON KRESGE MEMORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2058226759
DURBIN GALLERYART MUSEUM8005235793
EIGHTH AIR FORCE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GEE'S BEND QUILTING COOPERATIVEGENERAL MUSEUM3345732323
HOOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION569 PARK AVENUE2058229392
IRON & STEEL MUSEUM OF ALABAMASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM12632 CONFEDERATE PARKWAY2054775711
MUSEUM OF URBAN ARTGENERAL MUSEUM2058218119
NATIONAL HUGUENOT SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2062823043
PARADISE GARDENS PARK & MUSEUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2055873090
SAMUEL ULLMAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2059345634
SOUTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2052264934
VESTAVIA HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2059780155
VISUAL ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM2059756436

Libraries in Helena

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY2100 PARK PLACE0.02,186,746
HOOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY200 MUNICIPAL DRIVE0.0682,488
HOMEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY1721 OXMOOR ROAD0.0425,143
VESTAVIA HILLS LIBRARY IN THE FOREST1221 MONTGOMERY HIGHWAY0.0396,297
MOUNTAIN BROOK - EMMET O'NEAL LIBRARY50 OAK STREET0.0200,684
NORTH SHELBY LIBRARY5521 CAHABA VALLEY ROAD0.0180,000
PELHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY3160 PELHAM PARKWAY0.0133,323
ALABASTER - ALBERT L. SCOTT LIBRARY100 9TH STREET N.W.0.0127,438
BESSEMER PUBLIC LIBRARY400 19TH STREET N0.0115,615
CALERA PUBLIC LIBRARY9700 HIGHWAY 250.045,000
MONTEVALLO - PARNELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY277 PARK DRIVE0.039,050
HUEYTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY1372 HUEYTOWN ROAD0.037,497
MIDFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY400 BRELAND DRIVE0.034,085
HELENA - JANE B. HOLMES PUBLIC LIBRARY230 TUCKER ROAD0.030,370
PLEASANT GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY501 PARK ROAD0.023,124
CHELSEA PUBLIC LIBRARY41 WELDON DRIVE0.017,836
GREEN POND - WOODSTOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY321 PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ROAD0.010,829
FAIRFIELD - WALTER J. HANNA MEMORIAL LIBRARY4615 GARY AVENUE0.07,324
JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE2100 PARK PLACE0.02,190
WEST BLOCTON PUBLIC LIBRARY62 WALTER OWENS DRIVE0.01,969

Farmers Markets in Helena

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
BESSEMER FARMERS MARKET1st Avenue N and 19th Street06/07/2018 to 09/27/2018Thu: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM;
Bessemer Farmers Market at Medical West995 9th Ave SW06/04/2018 to 09/24/2018Mon: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Calera Farmers Market9758 Hwy 25, Calera, Al 35040April to AugustTue:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Visit
Fresh Market at Ross Bridge4000 Grand Avenue
Helena Market Days4151 Helena Road
LINN PLACE MARKET20TH STREET and PARK PLACEWed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
MONTEVALLO FARMERS MARKETMain St. and Middle Street06/03/2013 to 08/05/2013Mon: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
MOUNT LAUREL FARMERS MARKET38 MANNING PLACE
Mt Laurel Farmers Market5 Mt Laurel Avenue05/31/2014 to Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
RiverchaseUMC Farmer's Market1953 Old Hwy 3105/29/2014 to 08/28/2014Thu: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM;Visit
The Market at Pepper Place2829 2nd Avenue South01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
UAB Farmers Market18th Street South and 6th Ave. South06/03/2016 to 08/26/2016Fri: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;
URBAN COOKHOUSE FARMER'S MARKET - HOMEWOOD2850 19th Street South05/30/2015 to 08/15/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
URBAN COOKHOUSE FARMER'S MARKET - THE SUMMIT250 Summit Boulevard05/28/2015 to 08/13/2015Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Valleydale Farmers Market4601 Valleydale Rd.05/18/2013 to 08/31/2013Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Westside Tailgate Farmers MarketVisit

Restaurants in Helena

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7Brew
All Original Pizza
Beef O Brady's
El Tejano
Helena Depot Deli & Grill
Mr. Lin's Chinese Cuisine
Osaka Japanese Sushi & Steakhouse
Pizza Hut
San Antonio's
Thai Sushi Helena
Waffle House
Zou’s Kitchen Chinese Restaurant

Clinics in Helena

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

American Family Care Pelham
Southern Immediate Care

Dentists in Helena

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AL Aesthetic & Implant Dentistry
Helena Road Dental Care
Oak Mounrain Orthodontics

Gas Stations in Helena

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Chevron
Circle K
Circle K
Citgo
Exxon
Mobil
RaceWay
Shell

Banks in Helena

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avadian Credit Union
PNC Bank
Regions Bank
Truist
Wells Fargo

Gyms in Helena

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Helena Health Club

Breweries in Helena

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beer EngineersBrewers2147 Riverchase2056778024
Cahaba Brewing CoBrewers, Deordorant, Soap, Glue, Air Fresheners2616 3rd Ave S2053077118
Crestwood TavernBreweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Birmingham Restaurants, Crestwood North5500 Crestwood BlvdVisit
Goldwire Beverage ShopFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Health & Beauty, Beauty Salons613D Goldwire St S W
Trim Tab BrewingBreweries, Food & Drink2721 5th Ave S8285454746
Vizzini Farms WineryWineries, Brewers800 Hwy 872056850655
Watetu BeverageFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Birmingham, AL, Beer and Ale, Birmingham Beer and Ale, (4), (2161 Citation Ct2059160009

Pharmacies in Helena

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 4965 4685 HIGHWAY 17 205-620-1618
PUBLIX - 01074 4730 HIGHWAY 17 205-620-0292
WALGREENS - 11099 2381 HELENA ROAD 205-663-5574
WINN-DIXIE - 469 335 HELENA MARKET PLACE 205-620-5334

EV Charging Stations in Helena

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
COH SPORTS COMP STATION 1110 Sports Complex DrChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Helena

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
7301 WILLIAM HOWTON ROADTOWER145
6951 MCASHAN DRIVE (78919)LTOWER128
300 HIGHWAY 222 (60343)GTOWER123
1225 CLARK RD WTOWER60
Highway 16TOWER59

Fire Stations in Helena

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Helena Fire Department816 Highway 52 EMostly career205-663-5809

Bridges in Helena

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete192446928,511P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198345127,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198345127,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous202144615,911G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198253014,069F
Tee BeamConcrete195542713,630F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19608213,170F
Arch (Deck)Concrete202213512,816G
CulvertConcrete19973312,538F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195527311,570F
CulvertConcrete19252111,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199617011,100F
CulvertConcrete20012810,766G
CulvertConcrete2009238,500G
Channel BeamConcrete19981027,888F
CulvertConcrete2011397,730G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19833405,500F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19801212,828G
CulvertConcrete1985201,125G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20171161,000G
Tee BeamConcrete1940131760F
CulvertConcrete200250600G
CulvertConcrete199232500G
CulvertConcrete199241500G
CulvertConcrete199050500F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete2021160500G
CulvertSteel200420450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2007100400G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198542328G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2003123150G
CulvertConcrete200020100G

Correctional Facilities in Helena

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
HELENA CITY JAIL816 STATE HIGHWAY 52 EASTLOCAL-999-999OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Helena

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Birmingham, AL1801 Morris AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Helena

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALABAMA POWER COMPANY (POWELL AVENUE STEAM PLANT)1830 POWELL AVE SJEFFERSON
CARMEUSE LIME & STONE, INC.599 HIGHWAY 31 SOUTHSHELBY
CARMEUSE LIME & STONE, INC.599 HIGHWAY 31 SOUTHSHELBY
CHENEY LIME AND CEMENT COMPANY - LANDMARK PLANT1152 OLD HIGHWAY 31SHELBY
LHOIST NORTH AMERICA OF ALABAMA LLC3707 HIGHWAY 31 NSHELBY

Airports Near Helena

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International AirportBHMLarge Airport
Shelby County AirportMedium Airport
Tuscaloosa National AirportTCLMedium Airport
Bessemer AirportSmall Airport
Bibb County AirportSmall Airport
Big Sky Farms AirportSmall Airport
Charles C Killough FieldSmall Airport
Chilton County Airport / Gragg-Wade FieldSmall Airport
Dugger's FieldSmall Airport
Flying X Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hawk FieldSmall Airport
Lay LandingSmall Airport
Lazy Eight Airpark Llc AirportSmall Airport
Mayfield (Private) AirportSmall Airport
Merkel Field Sylacauga Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Moore FieldSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Peterson FieldSmall Airport
Robbins FieldSmall Airport
Rocky Springs AirparkSmall Airport
St Clair County AirportPLRSmall Airport
Town & Country AirparkSmall Airport
Tranquility Base AirportSmall Airport
Tri-L Acres AirportSmall Airport
Turkey Creek AirportSmall Airport
Walker County Airport Bevill FieldSmall Airport
Ware Island AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Helena

18 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alabaster Police Department100 11th Avenue Southwest
Bessemer Police South Precinct
Birmingham Police Headquarters1710 1st Avenue North
Calera Police Department
Helena Police Department
Homewood City Police Department1833 29th Avenue
Homewood Police Department90 Bagby Drive
Hoover Police Substation
Hueytown Police Department1318 Hueytown Road
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office2200 8th Avenue North
Lake View Police Department
Midfield Police Department725 Bessemer Road
Montevallo Police Department
Pelham Police Department32 Philip Davis Street
Pleasant Grove Police Station501 Park Road
Police Station and Physical Plant Offices
University of Alabama at Birmingham Police Department
Vestavia Hills Police Department1032 Montgomery Highway

Grocery Stores in Helena

15 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CIrcle K 2709070Convenience Store2921 Morgan Rd
Circle K 2723816Convenience Store1107A Townhouse Rd
Circle K 2723835Convenience Store2195 Highway 150
Circle K Store 2709335Convenience Store3000 Pelham Parkway
Crossroads ChevronConvenience Store3229 Highway 52 W
DOLLAR GENERAL 0814Other3048 Pelham Pkwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 7175Other4979 Highway 17
Dollar Tree 8628Other36 Steber St
Helena JetpepConvenience Store4925 Highway 17
Mi Pueblo Supermarket Llc 1Supermarket3060 Pelham Pkwy
Pelham ExxonConvenience Store3071 Pelham Pkwy
PUBLIX 1074Supermarket4730 Highway 17
Publix Super Markets Inc. 1728Supermarket4289 South Shades Crest Rd
Walgreens 11099Other2381 Helena Rd
Walmart Neighborhood Market 4189Super Store335 Helena Marketplace

Post Offices in Helena

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Helena Post Office
Pelham Post Office2960 Pelham Parkway

Treatment Centers in Helena

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aletheia HouseSubstance Abuse205-324-6502
Bessemer Neighborhood - Health CenterSubstance Abuse205-277-6878
Birmingham Metro Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of Alabama LPSubstance Abuse205-941-1799
Birmingham VA Healthcare System - Birmingham East VA East ClinicBoth205-957-5300
Central Alabama WellnessBoth205-651-0077
Fellowship House IncSubstance Abuse205-933-2430
GatewayMental Health205-510-2600
Glenwood Inc - Main CampusMental Health205-969-2880
Medical West - An Affiliate of the UAB Health SystemMental Health205-481-7000
Princeton Baptist Medical CenterMental Health205-783-3650
Zukoski OutpatientSubstance Abuse205-785-5787

DOL Wage Violations in Helena

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $171,024 in back wages owed to 133 employees.

7
Violations
$171,024
Back Wages Owed
133
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
C & F Drywall, Inc. 35080 1 $69,415 $1,614 43
ABC POLYMER INDUSTRIES, LLC [OSHA] 35080 Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing 1 $32,921 $2,195 15
Alabama Turf Works 35080 1 $30,391 $1,600 19
C & C Steel LLC 35080 1 $23,116 $1,651 14
Reyes Construction LLC 35080 1 $13,411 $958 14
Subway Subway 35080 1 $1,639 $74 22
Sunrise Child Care 35080 1 $130 $22 6

Churches & Religious Organizations in Helena

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH2222 HIGHWAY 52
CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES OF CHRIST IN ALABAMA-NW FLORIDA861 HIGHWAY 52
GRACE CHRISTIAN CHURCH869 HIGHWAY 52
ITS JUST JESUS MINISTRY228 APPLEFORD RD
LAMB OF GOD CHARASMATIC EPISCOPAL CHURCH5140 HIGHWAY 17 STE 3
NEW VISION CHRISTIAN CHURCH2383 HIGHWAY 95
RISE UP MINISTRIES 60 14799 S SHADES CREST RD
STIR THE FIRE MINISTRY INC307 KEVIN WAY
TAKING JESUS TO THE STREETSMINISTRIES3028 SPRUCE DR
TRINITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE120 LAUREL WOODS DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Helena

What is the population of Helena?

Helena has a population of 21,452 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 961 people per square mile, spread across 20.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Helena expensive to live in?

Helena is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $109,590, 46% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $292,700 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,420 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Helena safe?

Helena is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 96 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 819 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Helena receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Helena?

Helena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Helena?

The job market in Helena is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,284. There are 7,251 business establishments in the area, including 436 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 16.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Helena?

The median home value in Helena is $292,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $357,728. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,420. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 91.1%. The average annual property tax is $3,123.

How are the schools in Helena?

Schools in Helena score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 48.2% of adults in Helena hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 15.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Helena?

The obesity rate in Helena is 30.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 18.2% are physically inactive. 22.4% of residents report depression. 6.3% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 74.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,297.

What is transportation like in Helena?

The average commute in Helena is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Helena?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Helena is 72.9% White, 17.7% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 95.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.5% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 7.6% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

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