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Shoal Creek, AL

Alabama · Shelby County · Birmingham Metro

Shoal Creek is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,371. Residents earn $165,625 per year, which is 120% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,371 Population 272/sq mi density
$165,625 Median Income $92,030 per capita
$787,500 Home Value $291,973 Zillow
$2,573 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
468 Violent Crime/100K 3,253 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$165,625 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$787,500 home value, $2,573/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
468 violent crimes/100K (23% above avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $165,625
120% higher than US avg
Home Value $787,500
179% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 468/100K
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.0%
78% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,573
121% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.8%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,371
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density272/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$165,625
Per Capita$92,030
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$17,333M
Commute31 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$787,500
Rent$2,573
Ownership87.7%
Zillow$291,973
Housing Units550
Rent Burden24.5%

Crime

F
Violent468/100K
Property3,253/100K

Health

Obesity27.8%
Uninsured5.2%
Smoking8.3%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation803 ft (245 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.0%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+28.5%
School Score5.72

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute31 min
Broadband97.6%
EV Stations5
Libraries14

Is Shoal Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shoal Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Shoal Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shoal Creek is $165,625, which is significantly higher than the national average / 120% above $75,149. This places Shoal Creek among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shoal Creek is $787,500, making it a premium housing market at 179% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,573 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 468 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,253 per 100,000, 66% above the national average.

Education

Shoal Creek is a highly educated community / 60.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Shoal Creek 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 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Shoal Creek has a population of 1,371 with a density of 272 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.3% female and 45.7% male. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 1.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 16.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,371
Total Population
272
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Shoal Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shoal Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shoal Creek is $165,625, which is 120% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $92,030 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,284. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,251 business establishments, including 436 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 27.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shoal Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$165,625
120% above US avg
Per Capita Income$92,030
Avg Weekly Wage$1,284
IRS Avg AGI$102,306
Gini Index0.444 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,251
County GDP$17,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare535
Retail708
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Shoal Creek is $787,500, 179% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,973, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $2,573 (121% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 87.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 550 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2004. The average annual property tax is $3,123. 24.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$787,500
179% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,973
Median List Price$962,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$962,000
$/Sq Ft$238
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops10.5%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,573
121% above US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.7%
Owner-Occupied87.7%
Renter-Occupied12.3%
Housing Units550
Median Year Built2004

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Rate0.40%
In Shoal Creek, 27.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.2% of residents, below the national average. 32.5% have high blood pressure. 8.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.2% report binge drinking. 15.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.7% report depression. 14.3% experience frequent mental distress. 5.2% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,297. The dentist ratio is 1:1,967. 74.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Shoal Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.8%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma9.1%
COPD3.9%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.3%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity15.4%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress9.1%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured5.2%
40% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,297
Dentists1:1,967
Mental Health1:756
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits71.7%
Premature Death6,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities535
Shoal Creek has a violent crime rate of 468 per 100,000 residents, 23% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,253 per 100,000, 66% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Shoal Creek receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent468.2/100K
23% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,253.4/100K
66% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Shoal Creek 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 55.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 803 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation803 ft (245 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density272/sq mi
Coordinates33.4308°N, 86.6109°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyShelby County County
Nearest AirportBirmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.6"
46% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.65"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.23"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0447 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)2.90 ppb

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability16.6 / 100
Community Resilience74.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

68 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2020.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 149 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 147 km
Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 42 km
Jun 30, 2015 12 km W of Union, Alabama M3.5 143 km
Apr 21, 2009 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama M3.4 80 km
May 28, 1995 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama M3.4 116 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 39 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 98 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 131 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 127 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 104 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 128 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 144 km
Mar 12, 2015 14 km W of Union, Alabama M3.1 145 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 75 km
Feb 27, 2015 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama M3.1 142 km
Sep 11, 1992 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama M3.0 88 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 103 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 113 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Michael (2018, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Michael Category 3 292 km
2005 Dennis Category 2 300 km
2004 Ivan Category 1 248 km
1995 Opal Category 1 148 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

677 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 211 fatalities, 2,299 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 8, 1998 EF5 69 km 32
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 31 km 22
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 99 km 7
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 81 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 28 km 22
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 57 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 54 km 22
Feb 23, 1975 EF4 100 km 1
Mar 6, 1967 EF4 60 km 2
Jan 24, 1964 EF4 21 km 10
Mar 11, 1963 EF4 59 km 2
Mar 5, 1963 EF4 34 km 0
Nov 18, 1957 EF4 62 km 3
Nov 17, 1957 EF4 74 km 4
Apr 15, 1956 EF4 34 km 25
May 1, 1953 EF4 68 km 7
Mar 30, 2022 EF3 90 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 56 km 6
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 63 km 0
Jan 25, 2021 EF3 27 km 1
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 52 km
2024 OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX 5,018 92 km
2019 OK C-49 4,745 89 km
2022 OK TORNADO UNIT 4,504 93 km
2013 UNNAMED 4,279 82 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,199 62 km
2022 OK COMP 40/53 4,093 98 km
2020 OK PAYNE LAKE 4,078 98 km
2022 OK C-1/2/3/4 COMBINED 3,841 90 km
2022 OK COMP 50/51/52 3,786 96 km
2024 OAK COMP 16/17/18 RX 3,579 93 km
2015 UNNAMED 3,507 82 km
2015 UNNAMED 3,482 82 km
2021 OK 234 3,482 88 km
2010 WIREGRASS 3,467 52 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,414 91 km
2022 OK C-36/38/39 COMBINED 3,373 99 km
1998 CHEAHA WILDERNESS 3,299 71 km
2021 OK COMP 33 AND 43 3,164 93 km
2021 TL TYLER WEST 3,148 53 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) 6.7 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 5.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.2 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 3.8 in
September 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in Driest
November 53°F (11°C) 4.5 in
December 45°F (7°C) 4.9 in

Shoal Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.2").

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Shoal Creek is located in Shelby County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 60.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% above the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 28.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.9% of the vote, a 40.9-point margin. 97.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 535 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.0%
78% above US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+28.5%
School Test Score5.72
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density272/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi
CountyShelby County County

Services

Broadband Access97.6%
Avg Download Speed160.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed17.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities535
Restaurants436
Retail Stores708

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.7%
Average costs for common services in Shoal Creek. 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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$638
Toddler$657
Preschool$602
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$631
Toddler$615
Preschool$561
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Shelby County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 10,760 758 $40,210 1.26
Health Care & Social Assistance 8,588 817 $58,230 0.70
Finance & Insurance 8,330 502 $100,297 2.41
Accommodation & Food Services 7,809 471 $24,962 1.01
Professional & Technical Services 6,310 1,017 $89,434 1.07
Construction 5,582 688 $74,973 1.25
Administrative & Waste Services 5,496 461 $52,307 1.10
Manufacturing 5,373 272 $79,000 0.77
Wholesale Trade 5,369 592 $97,292 1.60
Other Services 2,778 450 $53,947 1.08
Management of Companies 1,955 54 $116,215 1.36
Transportation & Warehousing 1,637 153 $70,157 0.45
Real Estate 1,584 351 $86,038 1.20
Arts & Entertainment 1,117 88 $24,806 0.78
Information & Technology 1,063 246 $89,347 0.67
Utilities 960 29 $180,918 2.96
Educational Services 797 105 $42,210 0.45
Mining & Oil/Gas 302 16 $90,952 0.94
Agriculture & Forestry 161 27 $82,985 0.23

Radio Stations near Shoal Creek

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

National Parks Near Shoal Creek

12 national parks and monuments found near Shoal Creek.

ParkTypeFee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument National Monument Free
Cheaha State Park State Park Free
Freedom Riders National Monument National Monument Free
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park National Military Park Free
Hurricane Creek Park State Park Free
Lake Guntersville State Park State Park Free
Little River Canyon National Preserve National Preserve $15
Oak Mountain State Park State Park Free
Paul M. Grist State Park State Park Free
Rickwood Caverns State Park State Park Free
Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Wind Creek State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Shoal Creek

6 trails found near Shoal Creek.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PINHOTI NRT SECTION 10 11.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SYLAWARD MTB MAINTRUNK 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SYLAWARD MTB BILLS CREEK LOOP 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SYLAWARD MTB LAKEVIEW LOOP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SYLAWARD MTB RIDGE LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SYLAWARD MTB COGS LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Shoal Creek

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
ALABAMA CENTER FOR AMERICAN HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM$312,533
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
SHELBY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1854 N MAIN ST$72,416
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
ALABAMA MENS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM800 LAKESHORE DRIVE2057262362$7,618
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
BARBER VINTAGE MOTORSPORT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2056997275
BIRMINGHAM BLACK RADIO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
BIRMINGHAM BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2612 LANE PARK ROAD2054143900
CENTER POINT WOMENS PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DISCOVERY 2000GENERAL MUSEUM2055582003
DON KRESGE MEMORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2058226759
DURBIN GALLERYART MUSEUM8005235793
EIGHTH AIR FORCE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORTSON MUSEUM & ARCHIVESHISTORY MUSEUM
GEE'S BEND QUILTING COOPERATIVEGENERAL MUSEUM3345732323
HOOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION569 PARK AVENUE2058229392
IRONDALE AL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LEDS SCENIC BYWAY MANAGEMENT TEAMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LEEDS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2056992721
MUSEUM OF URBAN ARTGENERAL MUSEUM2058218119
MUSTANG MUSEUM OF AMERICAART MUSEUM
NATIONAL HUGUENOT SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2062823043
ROEBUCK SPRINGS HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SAMUEL ULLMAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2059345634
SOUTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2052264934
ST CLAIR HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
THOMAS BASS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1129 MONTEVALLO ROAD SOUTHWEST2056992721
VESTAVIA HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2059780155
VINCENT HISTORICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
VISUAL ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM2059756436

Libraries in Shoal Creek

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
TRUSSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY201 PARKWAY DRIVE0.0292,529
MOUNTAIN BROOK - EMMET O'NEAL LIBRARY50 OAK STREET0.0200,684
NORTH SHELBY LIBRARY5521 CAHABA VALLEY ROAD0.0180,000
PELHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY3160 PELHAM PARKWAY0.0133,323
ALABASTER - ALBERT L. SCOTT LIBRARY100 9TH STREET N.W.0.0127,438
GARDENDALE - MARTHA MOORE PUBLIC LIBRARY995 MT. OLIVE ROAD0.0113,833
LEEDS - JANE CULBRETH LIBRARY8104 PARKWAY DRIVE0.046,400
COLUMBIANA PUBLIC LIBRARY50 LESTER STREET0.045,240
FULTONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY500 BYRD LANE0.040,000
HARRISON REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM50 LESTER STREET0.038,420
HELENA - JANE B. HOLMES PUBLIC LIBRARY230 TUCKER ROAD0.030,370
TARRANT PUBLIC LIBRARY1143 FORD AVENUE0.024,357
IRONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY105 SOUTH 20TH STREET0.021,952
MOODY - DORIS STANLEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY1515 BOOKMARK LANE0.018,438
CHELSEA PUBLIC LIBRARY41 WELDON DRIVE0.017,836
WILSONVILLE - VERNICE STOUDENMIRE LIBRARY9905 NORTH MAIN STREET0.06,203
VINCENT - LALLOUISE F. MCGRAW LIBRARY42860 HIGHWAY 250.06,050
JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE2100 PARK PLACE0.02,190

Farmers Markets in Shoal Creek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Center Point Farmer's Market2209 Center Point Parkway
CENTER POINT PARKWAY MARKET335 Polly Reed Road
East Lake Farmers Market7753 First Avenue, South05/02/2015 to 10/10/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Gardendale Farmers Market857 Main Street05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016Thu: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Helena Market Days4151 Helena Road
Irondale Farmers Market1906 1st Ave N
Jefferson County Truck Growers Association344 Finley Ave., WestJanuary to DecemberVisit
Leeds Farmer's Market6th StreetJune to AugustFri:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Visit
LINN PLACE MARKET20TH STREET and PARK PLACEWed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
MOUNT LAUREL FARMERS MARKET38 MANNING PLACE
Mt Laurel Farmers Market5 Mt Laurel Avenue05/31/2014 to Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
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
Trussville Fresh MarketNorth Mall in Trussville
Trussville Springs Farmers Market200 Spring St
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
Westside Tailgate Farmers MarketVisit

Golf Courses in Shoal Creek

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Greystone G&CC Legacy
Greystone G&CC Legacy
Shoal Creek

Breweries in Shoal Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
AlabrewFood & Dining, Beverages, Wine, Alabama, Birmingham, Food And Kindred Products, Flour and other grai8916 Parkway E2058331716
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
Webbpak IncSugar Manufacturers, Food Processor Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Flavoring Extract Manufac110 Railroad Ave2056553500

Cell Towers in Shoal Creek

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
23917 ROUTE 25 NORTH (78916)LTOWER105
230 FRANKLIN GAP ROADTOWER62
340 WESTOVER ROAD (60273)LTOWER61

Bridges in Shoal Creek

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous19356811,090F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20111714,000G
CulvertConcrete20012650G
CulvertConcrete20012650G
CulvertConcrete20002250G

Amtrak Stations in Shoal Creek

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Birmingham, AL1801 Morris AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Shoal Creek

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALABAMA POWER COMPANY (POWELL AVENUE STEAM PLANT)1830 POWELL AVE SJEFFERSON
CARMEUSE LIME & STONE, INC.599 HIGHWAY 31 SOUTHSHELBY
CARMEUSE LIME & STONE, INC.599 HIGHWAY 31 SOUTHSHELBY
CHENEY LIME AND CEMENT COMPANY - LANDMARK PLANT1152 OLD HIGHWAY 31SHELBY
INTERSTATE LEAD CO. (ILCO)1247 BORDEN AVENUEJEFFERSON
TENASKA TALLADEGA GENERATING STATION7712 MCGOWAN FERRY ROADTALLADEGA

Airports Near Shoal Creek

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International AirportBHMLarge Airport
Shelby County AirportMedium Airport
Bessemer AirportSmall Airport
Bibb County AirportSmall Airport
Big Sky Farms AirportSmall Airport
Charles C Killough FieldSmall Airport
Chilton County Airport / Gragg-Wade FieldSmall Airport
Dugger's FieldSmall Airport
Flying X Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fricks Field 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
Mount Aero Lake Farm AirportSmall Airport
New Horizon AirportSmall Airport
Northeast Alabama Regional AirportGADSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Peterson FieldSmall Airport
Robbins FieldSmall Airport
Rocky Springs AirparkSmall Airport
St Clair County AirportPLRSmall Airport
Talladega Municipal AirportASNSmall Airport
Thomas C Russell FieldALXSmall 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
Willow Point AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Shoal Creek

19 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alabaster Police Department100 11th Avenue Southwest
Birmingham Police Headquarters1710 1st Avenue North
Gardendale Police Dept1309 Decatur Highway
Harpersville PD
Helena Police Department
Homewood City Police Department1833 29th Avenue
Homewood Police Department90 Bagby Drive
Hoover Police Substation
Irondale Police Department100 20th Street South
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office2200 8th Avenue North
Leeds Police
Pelham Police Department32 Philip Davis Street
Shelby County Sheriff's Office Wilsonville Substation
Tarrant Police Station2593 Commerce Circle
Trussville Police
Trussville Police Satellite Office
Trussville Police Satellite Office
University of Alabama at Birmingham Police Department
Vestavia Hills Police Department1032 Montgomery Highway

Treatment Centers in Shoal Creek

14 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aletheia HouseSubstance Abuse205-324-6502
Aletheia HouseSubstance Abuse205-324-6502
Aletheia House - Men OnlySubstance Abuse205-328-3600
Birmingham Metro Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of Alabama LPSubstance Abuse205-941-1799
Birmingham VA Healthcare System - Birmingham East VA East ClinicBoth205-957-5300
Central Alabama WellnessBoth205-651-0077
Eastside CMHC - Jefferson CountyMental Health205-836-7283
Fellowship House IncSubstance Abuse205-933-2430
GatewayMental Health205-510-2600
Glenwood Inc - Main CampusMental Health205-969-2880
Hill Crest Behavioral Health ServicesBoth205-833-9000
Princeton Baptist Medical CenterMental Health205-783-3650
Tri County Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of Alabama LPSubstance Abuse205-836-3345
Zukoski OutpatientSubstance Abuse205-785-5787

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shoal Creek

What is the population of Shoal Creek?

Shoal Creek has a population of 1,371 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 272 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.3% female and 45.7% male.

Is Shoal Creek expensive to live in?

Shoal Creek 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 $165,625, 120% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $787,500 (179% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,573 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Shoal Creek safe?

The violent crime rate in Shoal Creek is 468 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,253 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Shoal Creek receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Shoal Creek?

Shoal Creek 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 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Shoal Creek?

The job market in Shoal Creek is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,284. There are 7,251 business establishments in the area, including 436 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 27.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Shoal Creek?

The median home value in Shoal Creek is $787,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,973. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,573. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 87.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,123.

How are the schools in Shoal Creek?

Schools in Shoal Creek score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 60.0% of adults in Shoal Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 28.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Shoal Creek?

The obesity rate in Shoal Creek is 27.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.3% of adults are smokers. 15.4% are physically inactive. 22.7% of residents report depression. 5.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 74.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,297.

What is transportation like in Shoal Creek?

The average commute in Shoal Creek is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Shoal Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shoal Creek is 89.7% White, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 16.4% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

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