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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 94.5% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.5% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,782 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,239 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,020 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,097 |
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 445 |
| County GDP | $642M |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,061 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.42% |
| Commute Time | 26.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.0% |
| Census Median | $252,800 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $351,100 |
| Median List Price | $351,100 |
| $/Sq Ft | $131 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 26.5% |
| Inventory | 34 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,838 |
| 58% above US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 92.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,061 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.42% |
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,709/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.5 inches |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) |
| Area | 33.8 sq mi (87.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 413/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3031°N, 87.0267°W |
| County FIPS | 01007 |
Winner: Republican by 64.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 33.2% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 413/sq mi |
| Total Area | 33.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Retail Stores | 60 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 26.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.0% |