Redland, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Redland is a small city in Alabama with a population of 5,231. Residents earn $131,667 per year, which is 75% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,231 Population 217/sq mi density
$131,667 Median Income $52,591 per capita
$306,600 Home Value
$817 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$131,667 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$306,600 home value, $817/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $131,667
75% higher than US avg
Home Value $306,600
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.1%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,231
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$131,667
Per Capita$52,591
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$3,118M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$306,600
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Elevation439 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.1%
High School+95.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Libraries3

Is Redland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Redland receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Redland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Redland is $131,667, which is significantly higher than the national average — 75% above $75,149. This places Redland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 4.9% 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 Redland is $306,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Redland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Redland has a population of 5,231 with a density of 217 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 15% Black.

Population

5,231
Total Population
217
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
24.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Redland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Redland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Redland is $131,667, which is 75% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Redland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$131,667
75% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,591
Avg Weekly Wage$923
IRS Avg AGI$71,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,787
County GDP$3,118M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare105
Retail218
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,605
54% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Redland is $306,600, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$306,600
9% above US avg
Median List Price$385,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$385,000
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops21.9%
Inventory32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below 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-Occupied91.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,605
54% below US avg
Effective Rate0.52%
In Redland, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death9,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access51.1%
Healthcare Facilities105

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Redland has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation439 ft (134 m)
Area24.1 sq mi (62.5 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates32.4814°N, 86.1438°W
County FIPS01051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.1%
7% above US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score4.40
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density217/sq mi
Total Area24.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants127
Retail Stores218

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home12.9%

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