Mountain Brook, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Jefferson County County
Mountain Brook, AL
At a Glance
How Mountain Brook Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mountain Brook's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mountain Brook a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mountain Brook residents earn a median household income of $191,128 , which is 154% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $112,074. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 22,923 business establishments, including 1,550 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mountain Brook is $891,300 , 216% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,049,043. Median rent is $1,444/month, with 25.8% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Mountain Brook reports 70 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 787/100K.
Education
88.4% of adults in Mountain Brook hold a bachelor's degree or higher (162% above the national average). 99.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mountain Brook has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57.