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Steele, AL

Alabama · St. Clair County · Birmingham Metro

Steele is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,293. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,293 Population 193/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $35,087 per capita
$101,700 Home Value $195,774 Zillow
$744 Median Rent 29.1% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
93 Violent Crime/100K 555 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,700 home value, $744/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
93 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,700
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 93/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $744
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,293
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density193/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$35,087
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$3,156M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,700
Rent$744
Ownership89.4%
Zillow$195,774
Housing Units616
Rent Burden29.1%

Crime

F
Violent93/100K
Property555/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary93/100K

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking15.0%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation563 ft (172 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score4.99

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Broadband88.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Steele a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Steele receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Steele has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Steele is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Steele is $101,700, 64% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Steele is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 93 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 555 per 100,000, 72% below the national average.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Steele enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Steele has a population of 1,293 with a density of 193 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.2% female and 55.8% male. The city is predominantly White (75.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 69.8% of residents, while 30.2% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 79.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,293
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Steele vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 69.8%
11% below US avg
Spanish 30.2%
125% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Steele vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Steele is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,087. The average weekly wage is $989, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% 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 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Steele vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,087
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$70,231
Gini Index0.408 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% 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 Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Steele is $101,700, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,774, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $744 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 89.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 616 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $1,666 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 29.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,700
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,774

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$50
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$744
36% below US avg
Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.4%
Owner-Occupied89.4%
Renter-Occupied10.6%
Housing Units616
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,666
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Steele, 37.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 35.5% have high blood pressure. 15.0% are current smokers. 18.0% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 26.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 9.2% 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: Steele vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.7%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,456
Dentists1:3,479
Mental Health1:3,413
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits52.3%
Premature Death11,878/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities126
Steele has a violent crime rate of 93 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 92.5, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 555 per 100,000, 72% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 370, burglary at 93, vehicle theft at 93 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 25 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Steele receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent92.5/100K
76% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery92.5/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property555.0/100K
72% below US avg
Burglary92.5/100K
Theft370.0/100K
Vehicle Theft92.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
Traffic Accidents31
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Steele enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°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 57.4 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 563 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation563 ft (172 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.5 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates33.9414°N, 86.1921°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Clair County County
Nearest AirportNortheast Alabama Regional (GAD)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.4"
51% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.54"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.99"

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

88 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 80 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 86 km
Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 109 km
Apr 21, 2009 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama M3.4 149 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 146 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 106 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 122 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 35 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 131 km
May 10, 2020 7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee M3.1 136 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 134 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 75 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 82 km
Sep 13, 2011 1 km NNW of Leeds, Alabama M3.0 54 km
Mar 20, 2004 11 km NW of Wilton, Alabama M3.0 115 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 103 km
Sep 11, 1992 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama M3.0 149 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 105 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 98 km
Jan 2, 2000 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama M2.9 145 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 1 296 km
1995 Opal Category 1 207 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

714 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 250 fatalities, 2,907 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 54 km 25
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 83 km 22
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 77 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 98 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 78 km 14
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 46 km 22
Apr 24, 2010 EF4 63 km 0
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 87 km 1
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 22 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 25 km 22
Nov 15, 1989 EF4 89 km 21
May 19, 1973 EF4 72 km 0
Mar 6, 1967 EF4 94 km 2
Jan 24, 1964 EF4 73 km 10
Mar 11, 1963 EF4 66 km 2
Mar 5, 1963 EF4 96 km 0
Nov 18, 1957 EF4 31 km 3
Nov 17, 1957 EF4 91 km 4
Apr 15, 1956 EF4 87 km 25
Apr 24, 1955 EF4 91 km 5
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 58 km
2013 UNNAMED 6,320 64 km
2016 UNNAMED 5,844 63 km
2017 UNNAMED 5,157 81 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,199 65 km
2014 HOUCK CREEK 3,857 62 km
2022 SC 540C/CHOCCOLOCCO 3,750 61 km
2020 SC WEST END C AND D 3,538 57 km
2010 UPPER SHOAL 3,512 64 km
2010 WIREGRASS 3,467 85 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,410 60 km
1998 CHEAHA WILDERNESS 3,299 66 km
2018 HOUCK CREEK 3,188 60 km
2021 TL TYLER WEST 3,148 67 km
2007 PENTECOST 3,095 49 km
2010 BANKHEAD I 3,027 60 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,871 66 km
2024 AL-MLR UNITS 2/3 RX 2,836 47 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,777 60 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,710 100 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 5.0 in
March 52°F (11°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 60°F (15°C) 5.3 in
May 67°F (20°C) 4.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.1 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Driest
November 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.1 in

Steele has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 43°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and October the driest (3.0").

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Steele is located in St. Clair County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 8.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 2.0% 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. 88.7% 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. 88.3% 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
Traffic Accidents31
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score4.99
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density193/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi
CountySt. Clair County County

Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Avg Download Speed98.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants131
Retail Stores252

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%
Average costs for common services in Steele. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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 Steele

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Steele Elementary School Elementary 147 9 16.3:1
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Radio Stations near Steele

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Elijah Radio christian, talk MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Steele

16 national parks and monuments found near Steele.

ParkTypeFee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument National Monument Free
Buck's Pocket 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
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 Steele

13 trails found near Steele.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PINHOTI NRT 30.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 4 ORANGE 8.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 1 WHITE 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINHOTI NRT 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 3 YELLOW 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINHOTI NRT 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINNABEE SILENT HIKING TRAIL 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 2 BLUE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CAVE CREEK TRAIL - TALLADEGA 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAVE CREEK TRAIL - TALLADEGA 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BALD ROCK HIKING TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 5 KIDDIE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Steele

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CENTER FOR CULTURAL ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM501 BROAD STREET2565432787$1,745,386
IMAGINATION PLACEHISTORIC PRESERVATION501 BROAD ST2565432787$1,745,386
CENTRAL CARVER FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM1030 TUSCALOOSA AVE2565494742$1,018
CENTRAL CARVER LEGACY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2565494742$1,018
ALABAMA CITY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ASHVILLE MASONIC LODGE COUNCILHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ETOWAH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2829 W MEIGHAN BLVD
GADSDEN MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM2565467365
GADSDEN MUSEUM OF FINE ARTSART MUSEUM2565467365
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 Steele

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
RAINBOW CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY3702 RAINBOW DRIVE0.073,154
GADSDEN - ETOWAH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY254 COLLEGE STREET0.065,987
ATTALLA - ETOWAH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY604 NORTH 4TH STREET0.09,000
ST. CLAIR COUNTY LIBRARY139 5TH AVENUE0.07,596
SARDIS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY1310 CHURCH STREET0.06,985
RAGLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY26 PROVIDENCE ROAD0.05,145
SOUTHSIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY2138 HIGHWAY 770.04,518
ASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY196 SIXTH AVENUE0.03,712
WALNUT GROVE - WESTSIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY5151 WALNUT GROVE ROAD0.03,500
OHATCHEE PUBLIC LIBRARY7803 ALABAMA HIGHWAY 770.03,263
STEELE PUBLIC LIBRARY78 HILLVIEW STREET0.03,210

Farmers Markets in Steele

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;
Gadsden Farmers Market100 Moragne Ave. Moragne Park

Restaurants in Steele

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Godfather's Pizza

Gas Stations in Steele

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Love's
Marathon
Sunoco

Breweries in Steele

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
Cravings IncMalt Beverages, Breweries3095 Hwy 278 W2055896005Visit
Gadsden Budweiser Distr CoFood & Dining, Beverages, Alcoholic Beverages, Breweries, Retail Shopping, Convenience Stores, recre200 Jd Smith Dr2565383871

EV Charging Stations in Steele

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Love's Travel Stop - Tesla Supercharger905 Steele Station RoadTesla8TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Steele

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
475 DEERMANS CHAPEL ROAD (36742)GTOWER107
150 BOUTWELL ROAD (69921)LTOWER98
134 Walnut Street (83860)LTOWER79
51101 US Hwy 231 (99787)GTOWER75
(Scenic Drive site) 1044 Scenic DriveGTOWER71
359 RACKING LN (64502)GTOWER69
142 PAT'S DRIVE (60299)LTOWER59
132 WINDY HILL CIR (79111)LTOWER39
(Rainbow city site) 132 WINDY HILL CIRLTOWER39

Fire Stations in Steele

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Chandler Mountain Volunteer Fire Department5501 Chandler Mountain RDVolunteer256-458-4431
Steele Volunteer Fire DepartmentPO Box 425Volunteer256-538-8145
Whitney Fire and Rescue20255 Highway 11Volunteer205-594-3260

Bridges in Steele

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19613826,319F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199732013,160F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199732013,160G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196124710,590F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196131610,590F
CulvertConcrete19612210,590F
CulvertConcrete19612610,590F
CulvertConcrete19612210,590F
CulvertConcrete19612210,590F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20172552,310G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19612672,000F
CulvertConcrete1932331,970F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19962041,970G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1988451500G
CulvertConcrete196331485F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete2004102215G

Superfund Sites Near Steele

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER CO922 EAST MEIGHAN BOULEVARDETOWAH

Airports Near Steele

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International AirportBHMLarge Airport
Anniston Regional AirportANBMedium Airport
Huntsville International AirportHSVMedium Airport
Redstone Army Air FieldHUAMedium Airport
Albertville Regional Airport/Thomas J Brumlik FieldSmall Airport
AllredSmall Airport
Ashland/Lineville AirportSmall Airport
Bessemer AirportSmall Airport
Centre-Piedmont-Cherokee County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Charles C Killough FieldSmall Airport
Cloudmont AirparkSmall Airport
Cullman Regional Airport-Folsom FieldSmall Airport
Dugger's FieldSmall Airport
Edwards Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flint River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying BK Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying J Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Frerichs AirportSmall Airport
Fricks Field AirportSmall Airport
Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes FieldSmall Airport
Hartselle-Morgan County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hawk FieldSmall Airport
Headquarters AirportSmall Airport
Hickory Grove STOLportSmall Airport
Hogjowl AirportSmall Airport
Isbell FieldSmall Airport
J5 Mike AirportSmall Airport
Lay LandingSmall Airport
Lazy Eight Airpark Llc AirportSmall Airport
McCall 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
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Peterson FieldSmall Airport
Robbins FieldSmall Airport
Scottsboro Municipal Word 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

Police Stations in Steele

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Gadsden Police Department90 Broad Street
Saint Clair County Sheriff's Office48 6th Street

Grocery Stores in Steele

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Love' Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc 304Convenience Store905 Steele Station Rd
Steele Truck StopConvenience Store489 Steele Station Rd

Post Offices in Steele

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Steele Post Office

Treatment Centers in Steele

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
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
New Life for WomenSubstance Abuse256-413-0200
Riverview Regional Medical Center - Senior HeightsMental Health256-543-5200

DOL Wage Violations in Steele

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $17,061 in back wages owed to 125 employees.

5
Violations
$17,061
Back Wages Owed
125
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Boatwright Farms 35987 5 $8,863 $84 106
St. Clair Plumbing Co., Inc 35987 1 $7,761 $647 12
Chandler Mountain Tomato, LLC 35987 3 $211 $106 2
J & J Tomato Farms 35987 3 $116 $116 1
S & S Farms 35987 4 $110 $28 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Steele

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FISHERS OF MEN INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES INC450 SWEATT RD
POPE MEMORIAL CHURCH3443 POPE AVE
VITAL VISION RESOURCINGPO BOX 367

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Frequently Asked Questions About Steele

What is the population of Steele?

Steele has a population of 1,293 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 193 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 44.2% female and 55.8% male.

Is Steele expensive to live in?

Steele 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 $70,000, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $101,700 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Steele safe?

Steele is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 93 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 555 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Steele receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Steele?

Steele enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Steele?

Steele has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average 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 32 minutes, and 0.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Steele?

The median home value in Steele is $101,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,774. For renters, the median monthly rent is $744. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 89.4%. The average annual property tax is $1,666.

How are the schools in Steele?

Schools in Steele score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.7% of adults in Steele hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Steele?

The obesity rate in Steele is 37.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.0% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 26.8% of residents report depression. 9.2% 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 Steele?

The average commute in Steele is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Steele?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Steele is 75.3% White, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 69.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.2% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 79.7% have health insurance coverage.

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