McCalla, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

McCalla is a small city in Alabama with a population of 13,939. Residents earn $83,782 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
13,939 Population 413/sq mi density
$83,782 Median Income $40,239 per capita
$252,800 Home Value
$1,838 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$83,782 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$252,800 home value, $1,838/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,782
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $252,800
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.2%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,838
58% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,939
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density413/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,782
Per Capita$40,239
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$642M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,800
Rent$1,838
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Elevation594 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.2%
High School+94.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is McCalla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McCalla receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. McCalla stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McCalla is $83,782, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McCalla is $252,800, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,838 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

McCalla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

McCalla has a population of 13,939 with a density of 413 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (49.1%), with 47.2% White.

Population

13,939
Total Population
413
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
33.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McCalla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McCalla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McCalla is $83,782, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: McCalla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,782
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,239
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$56,097

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)445
County GDP$642M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare25
Retail60
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,061
70% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McCalla is $252,800, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,838 (58% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,800
10% below US avg
Median List Price$351,100

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$351,100
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops26.5%
Inventory34

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,838
58% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,061
70% below US avg
Effective Rate0.42%
In McCalla, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death11,709/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access43.4%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

McCalla has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area33.8 sq mi (87.5 km²)
Population Density413/sq mi
Coordinates33.3031°N, 87.0267°W
County FIPS01007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.2%
1% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score4.40
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density413/sq mi
Total Area33.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants17
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home13.0%

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