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Southside, AL

Alabama · St. Clair County · Birmingham Metro

Southside is a small city in Alabama with a population of 9,407. Residents earn $73,695 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
9,407 Population 492/sq mi density
$73,695 Median Income $34,227 per capita
$202,900 Home Value $267,380 Zillow
$1,131 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
128 Violent Crime/100K 1,390 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,695 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$202,900 home value, $1,131/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
128 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,695
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $202,900
28% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 128/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,131
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,407
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density492/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,695
Per Capita$34,227
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$3,156M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,900
Rent$1,131
Ownership91.6%
Zillow$267,380
Housing Units3,408
Rent Burden23.9%

Crime

F
Violent128/100K
Property1,390/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault58/100K
Burglary339/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking13.3%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score4.99

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Broadband95.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Southside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southside receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Southside offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southside is $73,695, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Southside is $202,900, 28% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,131 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Southside is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,390 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Southside enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Southside has a population of 9,407 with a density of 492 people per square mile, spread across 19.2 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 4.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 7.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.7% of residents have a disability. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,407
Total Population
492
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
19.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Southside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Southside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southside is $73,695, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,227 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $989, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,943 business establishments, including 131 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 1.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Southside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,695
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,227
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$70,231
Gini Index0.408 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,943
County GDP$3,156M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare126
Retail252
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,666
52% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Southside is $202,900, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,380, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.7% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,131 (3% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 91.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,408 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $1,666 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 23.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,900
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,380
Median List Price$284,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$284,900
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold19
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops22.9%
Inventory35

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,131
3% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.6%
Owner-Occupied91.6%
Renter-Occupied8.4%
Housing Units3,408
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,666
52% below US avg
Effective Rate0.82%
In Southside, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 34.9% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 18.1% report binge drinking. 23.5% are physically inactive. 25.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,456. The dentist ratio is 1:3,479. 49.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,456
Dentists1:3,479
Mental Health1:3,413
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death11,878/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities126
Southside has a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 58.4 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 70.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,390 per 100,000, 29% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 946, burglary at 339, vehicle theft at 105 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 25 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Southside receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent128.4/100K
66% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape70.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault58.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,389.5/100K
29% below US avg
Burglary338.6/100K
Theft945.8/100K
Vehicle Theft105.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Southside enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°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 52.2 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 663 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area19.2 sq mi (49.6 km²)
Population Density492/sq mi
Coordinates33.8908°N, 86.0180°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Clair County County
Nearest AirportNortheast Alabama Regional (GAD)
7 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.2"
37% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.46"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score72.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability30.4 / 100
Community Resilience42.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

80 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 25, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 76 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 93 km
Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 117 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 114 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 119 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 129 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 34 km
May 10, 2020 7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee M3.1 139 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 71 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 145 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 77 km
Mar 20, 2004 11 km NW of Wilton, Alabama M3.0 122 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 119 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 122 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 115 km
Sep 13, 2011 1 km NNW of Leeds, Alabama M3.0 62 km
Sep 19, 1990 6 km NNW of Menlo, Georgia M2.9 87 km
Feb 17, 1991 6 km N of Goldville, Alabama M2.9 87 km
Mar 28, 1991 5 km NNW of Westover, Alabama M2.9 74 km
Jan 5, 2012 11 km NW of Oakman, Alabama M2.9 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Michael Category 1 281 km
1995 Opal Category 1 204 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

643 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 217 fatalities, 2,147 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 56 km 25
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 94 km 22
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 81 km 14
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 56 km 22
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 94 km 6
Apr 24, 2010 EF4 58 km 0
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 88 km 1
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 38 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 95 km 3
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 23 km 22
May 19, 1973 EF4 69 km 0
Jan 24, 1964 EF4 74 km 10
Mar 11, 1963 EF4 81 km 2
Nov 18, 1957 EF4 47 km 3
Apr 15, 1956 EF4 98 km 25
May 1, 1953 EF4 75 km 7
May 8, 2024 EF3 85 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 22 km 6
Jan 25, 2021 EF3 82 km 1
Mar 19, 2018 EF3 8 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,740 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 7,740 41 km
2013 UNNAMED 6,320 47 km
2016 UNNAMED 5,844 47 km
2017 UNNAMED 5,157 75 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,199 56 km
2014 HOUCK CREEK 3,857 45 km
2022 SC 540C/CHOCCOLOCCO 3,750 44 km
2020 SC WEST END C AND D 3,538 40 km
2010 UPPER SHOAL 3,512 47 km
2010 WIREGRASS 3,467 80 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,410 43 km
1998 CHEAHA WILDERNESS 3,299 55 km
2018 HOUCK CREEK 3,188 43 km
2021 TL TYLER WEST 3,148 60 km
2007 PENTECOST 3,095 35 km
2010 BANKHEAD I 3,027 43 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,871 56 km
2024 AL-MLR UNITS 2/3 RX 2,836 31 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,777 43 km
2019 TL BUNN 2,688 52 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in
March 53°F (12°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 5.3 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in
June 76°F (24°C) 3.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.9 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 3.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Driest
November 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.1 in

Southside has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 44°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and October the driest (2.9").

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Southside is located in St. Clair County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 23.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 81.7% of the vote, a 64.1-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 126 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 94.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 64.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score4.99
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density492/sq mi
Total Area19.2 sq mi
CountySt. Clair County County

Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Avg Download Speed98.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants131
Retail Stores252

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%
Average costs for common services in Southside. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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$632
Toddler$651
Preschool$597
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$630
Toddler$614
Preschool$560
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in St. Clair County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 4,000 106 $67,313 2.22
Retail Trade 3,775 276 $32,774 1.72
Accommodation & Food Services 2,341 156 $21,367 1.17
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,198 208 $55,403 0.70
Construction 1,697 252 $64,835 1.47
Wholesale Trade 1,041 117 $71,291 1.20
Other Services 842 135 $49,877 1.27
Administrative & Waste Services 778 110 $47,257 0.60
Professional & Technical Services 640 174 $66,055 0.42
Finance & Insurance 479 96 $65,077 0.54
Transportation & Warehousing 212 60 $58,184 0.23
Real Estate 204 54 $45,285 0.60
Information & Technology 137 40 $60,829 0.33
Utilities 114 10 $132,587 1.36
Agriculture & Forestry 92 10 $75,548 0.52
Arts & Entertainment 79 18 $19,435 0.21
Educational Services 60 12 $24,927 0.13
Management of Companies 53 10 $85,941 0.14

Schools in Southside

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Southside High School High 770 42 18.3:1
Southside Elementary School Elementary 570 33 17.3:1
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Radio Stations near Southside

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Elijah Radio christian, talk MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Southside

18 national parks and monuments found near Southside.

ParkTypeFee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument National Monument Free
Buck's Pocket State Park State Park Free
Bush Head Shoals State Park State Park Free
Cathedral Caverns State Park State Park Free
Cheaha State Park State Park Free
Cloudland Canyon State Park State Park Free
DeSoto State Park State Park Free
Desoto 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
James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park State Park Free
John Tanner State Park State Park Free
Lake Guntersville State Park State Park Free
Little River Canyon National Preserve National Preserve $15
Monte Sano State Park State Park Free
Oak Mountain State Park State Park Free
Rickwood Caverns State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Southside

29 trails found near Southside.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PINHOTI NRT 30.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 27.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLUE HORSE TRAIL 17.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
YELLOW HORSE TRAIL 12.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 4 ORANGE 8.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINHOTI NRT 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 1 WHITE 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
SKYWAY LOOP HIKING TRAIL 6.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 3 YELLOW 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINHOTI NRT 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ODUM SCOUT TRAIL 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WHITE HORSE TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINNABEE SILENT HIKING TRAIL 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NUBBIN CREEK HIKING TRAIL 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED HORSE TRAIL 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 2 BLUE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CAVE CREEK TRAIL - TALLADEGA 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINNABEE SILENT HIKING TRAIL 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAVE CREEK TRAIL - TALLADEGA 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NUBBIN CREEK HIKING TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BALD ROCK HIKING TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 5 KIDDIE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
SOUTH CONNECTOR HIKING TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NUBBIN CREEK HIKING TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Southside

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CENTER FOR CULTURAL ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM501 BROAD STREET2565432787$1,745,386
IMAGINATION PLACEHISTORIC PRESERVATION501 BROAD ST2565432787$1,745,386
BERMAN MUSEUM OF WORLD HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM2562376766$143,128
MUSANN CORPNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM$74,908
CALHOUN COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM$28,050
CENTRAL CARVER FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM1030 TUSCALOOSA AVE2565494742$1,018
CENTRAL CARVER LEGACY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2565494742$1,018
ALABAMA CITY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ANNISTON SOIL PIPE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMNOBLE STREET
EAST ALABAMA ARTISTSART MUSEUM
ETOWAH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2829 W MEIGHAN BLVD
GADSDEN MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM2565467365
GADSDEN MUSEUM OF FINE ARTSART MUSEUM2565467365
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN ANNISTON BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHN SOLOMON MUSEUM OF LIVING HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM
JOHN W INZER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2053382412
MARY G. HARDIN CENTER FOR CULTURAL ARTSSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM501 BROAD STREET
MEADOWS GALLERYART MUSEUM
WALNUT GALLERYART MUSEUM2563282836

Libraries in Southside

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ANNISTON - CALHOUN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY108 EAST 10TH STREET0.0105,960
RAINBOW CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY3702 RAINBOW DRIVE0.073,154
GADSDEN - ETOWAH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY254 COLLEGE STREET0.065,987
HOKES BLUFF - RUFUS FLOYD PUBLIC LIBRARY3310 ALFORDS BEND ROAD0.012,082
ATTALLA - ETOWAH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY604 NORTH 4TH STREET0.09,000
ST. CLAIR COUNTY LIBRARY139 5TH AVENUE0.07,596
RAGLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY26 PROVIDENCE ROAD0.05,145
SOUTHSIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY2138 HIGHWAY 770.04,518
ASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY196 SIXTH AVENUE0.03,712
OHATCHEE PUBLIC LIBRARY7803 ALABAMA HIGHWAY 770.03,263
STEELE PUBLIC LIBRARY78 HILLVIEW STREET0.03,210
GLENCOE PUBLIC LIBRARY101 WEST MAIN STREET0.01,450

Farmers Markets in Southside

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Attalla City Farmers Market3rd St N (Hwy 11) beside Jack's Restaurant06/06/2013 to 09/26/2013Thu: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Calhoun County Farmers Market1702 Noble Street01/01/2012 to 12/31/2012Wed: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Gadsden Farmers Market100 Moragne Ave. Moragne Park
GLENCOE201 W CHASTAIN BLVD. WESTJune to SeptemberTue:7:00 AM - 1:00 PM;

Restaurants in Southside

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hunt Brothers Pizza
Jacks's Family Restaurant

Gas Stations in Southside

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Texaco

Breweries in Southside

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Back Forty Beer CoFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Retail Shopping, Convenience Stores, Tourist Attractions, Gadsd200 N 6th St2564674912
County Line BeveragesFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Retail Shopping, Convenience Stores90 Hammond Cir
Gadsden Budweiser Distr CoFood & Dining, Beverages, Alcoholic Beverages, Breweries, Retail Shopping, Convenience Stores, recre200 Jd Smith Dr2565383871
Hughes Beverage Co IncFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, wholesale, supply, beer310 W 16th St2562365942

Pharmacies in Southside

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
LAWLEY DRUG AND MEDICAL 1250 STATE HIGHWAY 77 256-413-4473

Cell Towers in Southside

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
475 DEERMANS CHAPEL ROAD (36742)GTOWER107
2800 FT E OF US 431 ATOP COLVIN MOUNTAIN 2500 FT SSETOWER103
2800 FT E OF US 431 ATOP COLVIN MOUNTAIN 2500 FT SSETOWER103
(Weaver site) 1598 Sunset DriveTOWER102
150 BOUTWELL ROAD (69921)LTOWER98
560 WHITES CHAPEL ROAD (69920)LTOWER81
134 Walnut Street (83860)LTOWER79
661 CANNON GAP RD (69919)LTOWER79
5706 PEEKS HILL ROAD (67626)LTOWER78
(Scenic Drive site) 1044 Scenic DriveGTOWER71
660 Aarons Way (79101)LTOWER61
142 PAT'S DRIVE (60299)LTOWER59
ON BLUE MTN. 0.5 MI NE OFTOWER56
132 WINDY HILL CIR (79111)LTOWER39
(Rainbow city site) 132 WINDY HILL CIRLTOWER39

Fire Stations in Southside

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Southside Fire Department2255 Highway 77Mostly volunteer256-442-2255

Bridges in Southside

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19791,48313,405F
Truss (Thru)Steel193986812,342F
CulvertConcrete1958739,603F
CulvertConcrete1958339,603F
CulvertConcrete2002552,498F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2002310762G
CulvertConcrete200960610F
CulvertConcrete195633476G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194028210G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198940171F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete2019180164G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197230110F
CulvertConcrete20046192G

Amtrak Stations in Southside

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Anniston, AL126 West 4th StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Southside

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHEMICAL AGENT DISPOSAL FACILITY3580 MORRISVILLE ROADCALHOUN
GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER CO922 EAST MEIGHAN BOULEVARDETOWAH

Airports Near Southside

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International AirportBHMLarge Airport
Anniston Regional AirportANBMedium Airport
Albertville Regional Airport/Thomas J Brumlik FieldSmall Airport
AllredSmall Airport
Ashland/Lineville AirportSmall Airport
Brownstone AirparkSmall Airport
Centre-Piedmont-Cherokee County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Charles C Killough FieldSmall Airport
Cloudmont AirparkSmall Airport
Dugger's FieldSmall Airport
Edwards Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flint River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying BK Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying J Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Tigers Winery & Resort AirportSmall Airport
Flylander Farm AirportSmall Airport
Fricks Field AirportSmall Airport
Gibson FieldSmall Airport
Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes FieldSmall Airport
Hawk FieldSmall Airport
Headquarters AirportSmall Airport
Hickory Grove STOLportSmall Airport
Hogjowl AirportSmall Airport
Isbell FieldSmall Airport
Lay LandingSmall Airport
Lazy Eight Airpark Llc AirportSmall Airport
Little AirportSmall Airport
Merkel Field Sylacauga Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Milton AirportSmall Airport
Moore FieldSmall Airport
Mount Aero Lake Farm AirportSmall Airport
Mount Cove STOLportSmall Airport
New Horizon AirportSmall Airport
Northeast Alabama Regional AirportGADSmall Airport
Peterson FieldSmall Airport
Robbins FieldSmall Airport
St Clair County AirportPLRSmall Airport
Talladega Municipal AirportASNSmall Airport
Town & Country AirparkSmall Airport
Tranquility Base AirportSmall Airport
Tri-L Acres AirportSmall Airport
Turkey Creek AirportSmall Airport
WCC AirportSmall Airport
Wyatt AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Southside

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Calhoun County Sheriff's Office
Gadsden Police Department90 Broad Street
Jacksonville State University Police Department
Justin Sollohub Justice Center174 West 13th Street
Saint Clair County Sheriff's Office48 6th Street

Grocery Stores in Southside

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 15655Other1856 Lakemont Dr S
DOLLAR GENERAL 4611Other2610 Highway 77
Dollar Tree 2899Other952 Gilberts Ferry Rd SE
DOLLARTREE 10178Other2960 Cedar Cir
Southside Shell Food & Fuel IncConvenience Store2065 Highway 77
The Grub Mart 07Convenience Store2070 Highway 77

Treatment Centers in Southside

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Anniston Fellowship House IncSubstance Abuse256-236-7229
BHG Gadsden Treatment Center - The Treatment Centers IncSubstance Abuse256-549-0807
Bridge Inc - Northwood Addiction Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse256-546-6324
CED Fellowship House IncSubstance Abuse256-413-3470
Cherokee Etowah Dekalb CMHC - Etowah County OfficeBoth256-492-7800
Clearview at Riverview Reg Med CtrSubstance Abuse256-543-5603
Frantz Therapeutic Residential Home - Frantz HomeBoth256-492-7800
Highland Health Systems - New DirectionsSubstance Abuse256-236-8003
New Life for WomenSubstance Abuse256-413-0200
Riverview Regional Medical Center - Senior HeightsMental Health256-543-5200
RMC AnnistonMental Health256-235-5121
RMC Health System - Regional Medical CenterBoth256-235-5121

Churches & Religious Organizations in Southside

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ACROSS ALL CULTURES INC2695 S POINT DR
CHURCH AT BRIDGE POINT4560 GRANT DR
NEW SEASON ASSEMBLY OF GOD INC3255 HIGHWAY 77
UNITED PRAYER WORLD MINISTRIES INC3810 LAKE HILL DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Southside

What is the population of Southside?

Southside has a population of 9,407 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 492 people per square mile, spread across 19.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Southside expensive to live in?

Southside 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 $73,695, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,900 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,131 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Southside safe?

Southside is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,390 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Southside receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Southside?

Southside enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Southside?

The job market in Southside is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $989. There are 1,943 business establishments in the area, including 131 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 1.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Southside?

The median home value in Southside is $202,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,380. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,131. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 91.6%. The average annual property tax is $1,666.

How are the schools in Southside?

Schools in Southside score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.3% of adults in Southside hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Southside?

The obesity rate in Southside is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 23.5% are physically inactive. 25.8% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance. 49.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,456.

What is transportation like in Southside?

The average commute in Southside is 26 minutes. 94.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Southside?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Southside is 91.2% White, 4.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 7.4% of the population are military veterans. 12.7% of residents have a disability. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

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