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Mulga, AL

Alabama · Jefferson County · Birmingham Metro

Mulga is a small town in Alabama with a population of 589. Residents earn $34,844 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
589 Population 662/sq mi density
$34,844 Median Income $22,689 per capita
$56,800 Home Value $56,934 Zillow
$913 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
677 Violent Crime/100K 8,420 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$34,844 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,800 home value, $913/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
677 violent crimes/100K (78% above avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $34,844
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,800
80% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 677/100K
78% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population589
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density662/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,844
Per Capita$22,689
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$65,539M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,800
Rent$913
Ownership67.7%
Zillow$56,934
Housing Units434
Rent Burden21.1%

Crime

F
Violent677/100K
Property8,420/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking20.0%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+77.0%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute30 min
Broadband72.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries40

Is Mulga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mulga receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mulga has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mulga is $34,844, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mulga is $56,800, 80% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 677 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,420 per 100,000, 330% above the national average.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mulga 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 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mulga has a population of 589 with a density of 662 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.3% female and 54.7% male. The city is predominantly White (75.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 20.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.4% of residents. 6.4% of the population are veterans. 29.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

589
Total Population
662
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mulga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mulga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mulga is $34,844, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,689 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,376. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 22,923 business establishments, including 1,550 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 6.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mulga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,844
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,689
Avg Weekly Wage$1,376
IRS Avg AGI$92,287
Gini Index0.505 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)22,923
County GDP$65,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,550
Healthcare1,895
Retail2,539
Manufacturing504

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Mulga is $56,800, 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $56,934. Homes sell for 84.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 434 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1944. The average annual property tax is $5,063 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,800
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$56,934
Median List Price$37,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$37,450
$/Sq Ft$69
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio84.1%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.7%
Owner-Occupied67.7%
Renter-Occupied32.3%
Housing Units434
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg
Effective Rate8.91%
In Mulga, 37.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 39.3% have high blood pressure. 20.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 31.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 11.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:900. The dentist ratio is 1:1,065. 79.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.0%
43% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Primary Care1:900
Dentists1:1,065
Mental Health1:369
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits54.6%
Premature Death13,164/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,895
Mulga has a violent crime rate of 677 per 100,000 residents, 78% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,420 per 100,000, 330% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 94 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Mulga receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent677.2/100K
78% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property8,419.9/100K
330% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mulga 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 56.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density662/sq mi
Coordinates33.5563°N, 86.9723°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJefferson County County
Nearest AirportBirmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM)
13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.6"
49% above US avg
Snowfall 1.4"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.61"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.23"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0455 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)14.9 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.85 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.18 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score97.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability56.2 / 100
Community Resilience80.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

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

Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 145 km
Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 39 km
Jun 30, 2015 12 km W of Union, Alabama M3.5 118 km
Jun 24, 1998 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama M3.4 149 km
May 28, 1995 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama M3.4 89 km
Apr 21, 2009 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama M3.4 81 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 65 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 36 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 118 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 91 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 95 km
Mar 12, 2015 14 km W of Union, Alabama M3.1 121 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 50 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 92 km
Feb 27, 2015 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama M3.1 119 km
May 28, 2000 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama M3.0 83 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 80 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 86 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 40 km
Sep 11, 1992 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama M3.0 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Katrina (2005, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Katrina Category 1 292 km
2004 Ivan Category 1 249 km
1995 Opal Category 1 168 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

717 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 226 fatalities, 2,556 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 8, 1998 EF5 38 km 32
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 6 km 22
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 58 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 40 km 22
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 98 km 4
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 64 km 0
Dec 16, 2000 EF4 88 km 11
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 78 km 22
Feb 23, 1975 EF4 79 km 1
Mar 6, 1967 EF4 24 km 2
Jan 24, 1964 EF4 57 km 10
Mar 11, 1963 EF4 39 km 2
Mar 5, 1963 EF4 21 km 0
Nov 18, 1957 EF4 63 km 3
Nov 17, 1957 EF4 43 km 4
Apr 15, 1956 EF4 6 km 25
Apr 24, 1955 EF4 89 km 5
Mar 30, 2022 EF3 91 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 52 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 89 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 89 km
2024 OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX 5,018 80 km
2019 OK C-49 4,745 78 km
2022 OK TORNADO UNIT 4,504 78 km
2013 UNNAMED 4,279 87 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,199 97 km
2022 OK COMP 40/53 4,093 86 km
2020 OK PAYNE LAKE 4,078 86 km
2022 OK C-1/2/3/4 COMBINED 3,841 74 km
2022 OK COMP 50/51/52 3,786 85 km
2024 OAK COMP 16/17/18 RX 3,579 78 km
2015 UNNAMED 3,507 88 km
2015 UNNAMED 3,482 90 km
2021 OK 234 3,482 77 km
2010 WIREGRASS 3,467 88 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,414 80 km
2022 OK C-36/38/39 COMBINED 3,373 84 km
2021 OK COMP 33 AND 43 3,164 80 km
2021 TL TYLER WEST 3,148 89 km
2021 OK COMP 49 3,146 80 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in
March 54°F (12°C) 6.6 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 5.1 in
May 69°F (20°C) 4.8 in
June 76°F (24°C) 4.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.3 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in
September 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in Driest
November 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
December 45°F (7°C) 5.2 in

Mulga has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.6") and October the driest (3.2").

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Mulga is located in Jefferson County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 3.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. 0.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.6% of the vote, a 10.4-point margin. 72.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 40 public libraries serving the community. 1,895 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.2%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+77.0%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score4.62
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density662/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyJefferson County County

Services

Broadband Access72.6%
Avg Download Speed186.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed35.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities1,895
Restaurants1,550
Retail Stores2,539

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%
Average costs for common services in Mulga. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$636
Toddler$655
Preschool$601
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$630
Toddler$614
Preschool$560
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jefferson County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 52,958 2,858 $74,069 1.01
Retail Trade 37,132 2,725 $41,068 1.01
Accommodation & Food Services 30,093 1,777 $27,247 0.90
Manufacturing 24,420 834 $87,685 0.81
Administrative & Waste Services 23,087 1,180 $42,156 1.07
Professional & Technical Services 20,418 3,265 $106,932 0.80
Finance & Insurance 20,023 1,548 $122,416 1.34
Construction 19,368 1,536 $85,941 1.01
Transportation & Warehousing 17,645 668 $57,630 1.14
Wholesale Trade 16,179 1,453 $93,827 1.12
Other Services 10,508 1,808 $58,527 0.95
Information & Technology 5,980 638 $84,598 0.87
Management of Companies 5,746 199 $137,914 0.93
Real Estate 5,720 1,156 $74,244 1.00
Arts & Entertainment 5,420 302 $29,409 0.88
Utilities 4,960 60 $142,974 3.55
Educational Services 4,635 254 $49,632 0.61
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,219 34 $134,725 0.88
Agriculture & Forestry 84 22 $65,348 0.03
Unclassified 9 2 $53,476 0.02

Radio Stations near Mulga

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 Mulga

4 campgrounds found near Mulga.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Rocky Branch Day Use Park 5.0/5 2 $40
DEERLICK CREEK 4.8/5 47 $20–$30
BURCHFIELD BRANCH PARK 4.5/5 37 $20–$40
CLEAR CREEK (AL) 4.2/5 105 $24–$85

National Parks Near Mulga

8 national parks and monuments found near Mulga.

ParkTypeFee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument National Monument Free
Buck's Pocket State Park State Park Free
Hurricane Creek Park State Park Free
Lake Guntersville State Park State Park 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

Museums in Mulga

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
VULCAN PARK AND MUSEUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2059331409$1,349,832
ALDRIDGE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2056828019$538,889
HISTORIC BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCHHISTORIC PRESERVATION$528,066
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
SOUTHERN MUSEUM OF FLIGHTSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM4343 73RD STREET NORTH2058338226$233,359
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
ALABAMA MINING MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2056482442$62,187
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 NATIONAL GUARD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2058330135
ALABAMA NEGRO LEAGUE BASEBALL MUSEUM FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
ALABAMA ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION2058790458
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
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
GARDENDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2056315662
HOOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION569 PARK AVENUE2058229392
MUSEUM OF URBAN ARTGENERAL MUSEUM2058218119
NATIONAL HUGUENOT SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2062823043
SAMUEL ULLMAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2059345634
SOUTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2052264934
VESTAVIA HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2059780155
VISUAL ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM2059756436

Libraries in Mulga

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
BESSEMER PUBLIC LIBRARY400 19TH STREET N0.0115,615
GARDENDALE - MARTHA MOORE PUBLIC LIBRARY995 MT. OLIVE ROAD0.0113,833
FULTONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY500 BYRD LANE0.040,000
HUEYTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY1372 HUEYTOWN ROAD0.037,497
MIDFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY400 BRELAND DRIVE0.034,085
TARRANT PUBLIC LIBRARY1143 FORD AVENUE0.024,357
PLEASANT GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY501 PARK ROAD0.023,124
ADAMSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY4825 MAIN STREET0.018,929
GRAYSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY315 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.09,002
FAIRFIELD - WALTER J. HANNA MEMORIAL LIBRARY4615 GARY AVENUE0.07,324
SUMITON PUBLIC LIBRARY416 STATE STREET0.06,420
JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE2100 PARK PLACE0.02,190

Farmers Markets in Mulga

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;
East Lake Farmers Market7753 First Avenue, South05/02/2015 to 10/10/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Fresh Market at Ross Bridge4000 Grand Avenue
Gardendale Farmers Market857 Main Street05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016Thu: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Jefferson County Truck Growers Association344 Finley Ave., WestJanuary to DecemberVisit
LINN PLACE MARKET20TH STREET and PARK PLACEWed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
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

Breweries in Mulga

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beer EngineersBrewers2147 Riverchase2056778024
Birmingham Coca-cola BottlingBottlers, Beverage Manufacturers, Vending Machine Manufacturers, Breweries, Glass Manufacturers, Who4600 E Lake Blvd2058412653
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
Watetu BeverageFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Birmingham, AL, Beer and Ale, Birmingham Beer and Ale, (4), (2161 Citation Ct2059160009

Cell Towers in Mulga

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
7301 WILLIAM HOWTON ROADTOWER145
6951 MCASHAN DRIVE (78919)LTOWER128
699 HILL TOP ROAD (60266)LTOWER89
1225 CLARK RD WTOWER60
150 HUMMINGBIRD LANE (60301)LTOWER59
150 HUMMINGBIRD LANE (60301)LTOWER59
7279 WILLIAM HOWTONS ROAD (60300)LTOWER59

Bridges in Mulga

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete19541083,705F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19801543,705F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19803071,665G

Amtrak Stations in Mulga

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Birmingham, AL1801 Morris AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Mulga

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALABAMA POWER COMPANY (POWELL AVENUE STEAM PLANT)1830 POWELL AVE SJEFFERSON
GENPOWER KELLEY LLC249 FLAT CREEK ROADWALKER

Airports Near Mulga

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International AirportBHMLarge Airport
Shelby County AirportMedium Airport
Tuscaloosa National AirportTCLMedium Airport
Addison Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Albertville Regional Airport/Thomas J Brumlik FieldSmall Airport
Bessemer AirportSmall Airport
Bibb County AirportSmall Airport
Charles C Killough FieldSmall Airport
Chilton County Airport / Gragg-Wade FieldSmall Airport
Cullman Regional Airport-Folsom 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
Moundville AirportSmall Airport
Mount Aero Lake Farm AirportSmall Airport
New Horizon AirportSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Peterson FieldSmall Airport
Posey FieldSmall Airport
Robbins FieldSmall Airport
Rocky Springs AirparkSmall Airport
St Clair County AirportPLRSmall Airport
Strickland/Smalley FieldSmall 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 Mulga

15 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bessemer Police South Precinct
Birmingham Police Headquarters1710 1st Avenue North
Gardendale Police Dept1309 Decatur Highway
Homewood City Police Department1833 29th Avenue
Homewood Police Department90 Bagby Drive
Hoover Police Substation
Hueytown Police Department1318 Hueytown Road
Jefferson County Sheriff OfficeMount Olive Road
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office2200 8th Avenue North
Midfield Police Department725 Bessemer Road
Morris Police
Pleasant Grove Police Station501 Park Road
Tarrant Police Station2593 Commerce Circle
University of Alabama at Birmingham Police Department
Vestavia Hills Police Department1032 Montgomery Highway

Treatment Centers in Mulga

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aletheia HouseSubstance Abuse205-324-6502
Aletheia HouseSubstance Abuse205-324-6502
Aletheia House - Men OnlySubstance Abuse205-328-3600
Bessemer Neighborhood - Health CenterSubstance Abuse205-277-6878
Birmingham Metro Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of Alabama LPSubstance Abuse205-941-1799
Fellowship House IncSubstance Abuse205-933-2430
GatewayMental Health205-510-2600
Hill Crest Behavioral Health ServicesBoth205-833-9000
Medical West - An Affiliate of the UAB Health SystemMental Health205-481-7000
Princeton Baptist Medical CenterMental Health205-783-3650
Zukoski OutpatientSubstance Abuse205-785-5787

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mulga

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE7785 ALLIANCE SHORT CREEK RD
MULGA BAPTIST CHURCH200 1ST AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mulga

What is the population of Mulga?

Mulga has a population of 589 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 662 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.3% female and 54.7% male.

Is Mulga expensive to live in?

Mulga 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 $34,844, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $56,800 (80% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mulga safe?

Public safety is a concern in Mulga, with a violent crime rate of 677 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,420 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mulga receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mulga?

Mulga 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 56.6 inches, with 1.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Mulga?

Mulga has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,376. There are 22,923 business establishments in the area, including 1,550 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 6.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mulga?

The median home value in Mulga is $56,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $56,934. For renters, the median monthly rent is $913. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,063.

How are the schools in Mulga?

Schools in Mulga have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 3.8% of adults in Mulga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. 0.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mulga?

The obesity rate in Mulga is 37.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.0% of adults are smokers. 31.3% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 11.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 79.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:900.

What is transportation like in Mulga?

The average commute in Mulga is 30 minutes. 82.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mulga?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mulga is 75.6% White, 20.2% Black or African American, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 98.4% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 29.7% of residents have a disability. 85.6% have health insurance coverage.

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