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Sumiton, AL

Alabama · Walker County · Birmingham Metro

Sumiton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,506. Residents earn $62,226 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,506 Population 434/sq mi density
$62,226 Median Income $33,399 per capita
$176,500 Home Value $141,539 Zillow
$765 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
204 Violent Crime/100K 2,404 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,226 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,500 home value, $765/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
204 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,226
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,500
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 204/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $765
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,506
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density434/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,226
Per Capita$33,399
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$2,568M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,500
Rent$765
Ownership75.3%
Zillow$141,539
Housing Units1,210
Rent Burden26.8%

Crime

F
Violent204/100K
Property2,404/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault122/100K
Burglary285/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking18.7%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation473 ft (144 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+86.9%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score4.79

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute28 min
Broadband85.0%
EV Stations5
Libraries4

Is Sumiton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sumiton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Sumiton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sumiton is $62,226, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sumiton is $176,500, 37% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Sumiton is below the national average at 204 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,404 per 100,000, 23% above the national average.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sumiton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sumiton has a population of 2,506 with a density of 434 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 2.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,506
Total Population
434
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sumiton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sumiton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sumiton is $62,226, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,399 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $936, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,536 business establishments, including 108 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 2.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sumiton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,226
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,399
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$83,209
Gini Index0.454 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,536
County GDP$2,568M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare189
Retail251
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sumiton is $176,500, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,539, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.6% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 75.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,210 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $2,236 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 26.8% 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$176,500
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,539
Median List Price$429,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$429,950
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$765
34% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.3%
Owner-Occupied75.3%
Renter-Occupied24.7%
Housing Units1,210
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Sumiton, 34.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 37.4% have high blood pressure. 18.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.9% report binge drinking. 29.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.3% experience frequent mental distress. 10.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,161. The dentist ratio is 1:2,145. 42.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep43.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,161
Dentists1:2,145
Mental Health1:841
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits54.1%
Premature Death18,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access42.1%
Healthcare Facilities189
Sumiton has a violent crime rate of 204 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 122.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 81.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,404 per 100,000, 23% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,997, burglary at 285, vehicle theft at 122 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Sumiton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent203.8/100K
46% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape81.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault122.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,404.2/100K
23% above US avg
Burglary285.3/100K
Theft1,996.7/100K
Vehicle Theft122.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents9
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Sumiton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 299 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 61.8 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 473 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation473 ft (144 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density434/sq mi
Coordinates33.7493°N, 87.0469°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWalker County County
Nearest AirportBirmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM)
21 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.8"
63% above US avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.65"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score82.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability80.2 / 100
Community Resilience22.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

73 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 13, 2022.

Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 131 km
Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 61 km
Jun 30, 2015 12 km W of Union, Alabama M3.5 126 km
Apr 21, 2009 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama M3.4 102 km
May 28, 1995 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama M3.4 95 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 58 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 65 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 112 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 85 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 82 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 62 km
Mar 12, 2015 14 km W of Union, Alabama M3.1 128 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 83 km
Feb 27, 2015 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama M3.1 127 km
Sep 13, 2011 1 km NNW of Leeds, Alabama M3.0 50 km
Mar 20, 2004 11 km NW of Wilton, Alabama M3.0 68 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 64 km
Sep 11, 1992 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama M3.0 77 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 54 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 24 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Ivan (2004, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2004 Ivan Category 1 268 km
1995 Opal Category 1 190 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

753 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 261 fatalities, 3,013 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 8, 1998 EF5 46 km 32
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 28 km 22
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 90 km 28
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 37 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 45 km 22
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 76 km 4
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 60 km 0
Dec 16, 2000 EF4 99 km 11
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 83 km 22
Feb 23, 1975 EF4 90 km 1
Mar 6, 1967 EF4 13 km 2
Jan 24, 1964 EF4 75 km 10
Mar 11, 1963 EF4 22 km 2
Mar 5, 1963 EF4 43 km 0
Nov 18, 1957 EF4 55 km 3
Nov 17, 1957 EF4 21 km 4
Apr 15, 1956 EF4 29 km 25
Apr 24, 1955 EF4 67 km 5
Mar 22, 1952 EF4 95 km 4
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 71 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX (5,018 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX 5,018 97 km
2019 OK C-49 4,745 95 km
2022 OK TORNADO UNIT 4,504 93 km
2022 OK C-1/2/3/4 COMBINED 3,841 89 km
2024 OAK COMP 16/17/18 RX 3,579 93 km
2021 OK 234 3,482 94 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,414 97 km
2022 OK C-36/38/39 COMBINED 3,373 100 km
2021 OK COMP 33 AND 43 3,164 96 km
2021 OK COMP 49 3,146 97 km
2022 OK COMP 14 3,140 89 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,112 67 km
2021 OK 232 UNIT 2,977 94 km
2000 UNNAMED 2,893 46 km
2020 BK OWL CREEK 2,838 68 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,822 64 km
2021 OK COMP 31 2,770 95 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,764 58 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,710 57 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,703 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 5.1 in
March 53°F (12°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 5.3 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in
June 76°F (24°C) 3.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
October 62°F (16°C) 3.3 in Driest
November 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
December 45°F (7°C) 5.5 in

Sumiton has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.3").

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Sumiton is located in Walker County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 14.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 85.6% of the vote, a 71.8-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 189 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.6%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents9
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+86.9%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score4.79
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density434/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi
CountyWalker County County

Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Avg Download Speed133.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants108
Retail Stores251

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%
Average costs for common services in Sumiton. 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 Walker County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,485 289 $48,946 1.30
Retail Trade 3,176 258 $36,127 1.70
Manufacturing 2,601 68 $58,051 1.69
Accommodation & Food Services 2,096 120 $20,792 1.23
Mining & Oil/Gas 652 12 $99,162 9.21
Other Services 564 102 $50,482 1.00
Construction 545 101 $65,280 0.55
Wholesale Trade 381 71 $65,138 0.52
Finance & Insurance 356 80 $64,940 0.47
Transportation & Warehousing 217 42 $55,591 0.27
Utilities 155 13 $144,257 2.18
Agriculture & Forestry 152 26 $56,613 1.00
Real Estate 131 49 $47,920 0.45
Arts & Entertainment 91 9 $25,493 0.29
Information & Technology 87 16 $76,216 0.25
Educational Services 66 10 $33,276 0.17

Schools in Sumiton

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sumiton Elementary School Elementary 714 40 17.9:1
Sumiton Middle School Middle 452 24 18.8:1
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Radio Stations near Sumiton

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk 94.5 AAC+ 32 kbps
103.7 The Q - WQEN - Trussville/Birmingham, AL top 40 AAC
Talk 99.5 news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Classic Rock 105.1 classic rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps
Substrate Radio ambient, drone MP3 128 kbps
Classic Rock 105.5 AAC+ 32 kbps
thegreatiamb Radio americana, catholic MP3
thegreatiamb Kids americana, ballet MP3

Campgrounds Near Sumiton

7 campgrounds found near Sumiton.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Rocky Branch Day Use Park 5.0/5 2 $40
DEERLICK CREEK 4.8/5 47 $20–$30
BURCHFIELD BRANCH PARK 4.5/5 37 $20–$40
CORINTH RECREATION AREA 4.5/5 61 $22–$58
CLEAR CREEK (AL) 4.2/5 105 $24–$85
HOUSTON RECREATION AREA Free
HOUSTON SHELTER 1 Free

National Parks Near Sumiton

9 national parks and monuments found near Sumiton.

ParkTypeFee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument National Monument Free
Buck's Pocket State Park State Park Free
Cathedral Caverns State Park State Park Free
Hurricane Creek Park State Park Free
Lake Guntersville State Park State Park Free
Lake Lurleen State Park State Park Free
Monte Sano State Park State Park Free
Oak Mountain State Park State Park Free
Rickwood Caverns State Park State Park Free

Museums in Sumiton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MCWANE SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM200 19TH STREET N2057148347$8,814,675
BIRMINGHAM LANDMARKSHISTORIC PRESERVATION2052522262$3,837,208
BIRMINGHAM CIVIL RIGHTS INSTITUTEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2053289696$2,736,160
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 JAZZ HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM$368,247
BIRMINGHAM HISTORY CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM1807 THIRD AVENUE NORTH2052024146$188,366
MCCOY CENTER FOR COMMUNITY SERVICEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2053272957$95,811
ALABAMA MINING MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2056482442$62,187
BARE HANDS GALLERYART MUSEUM$54,487
BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM2052542565$25,404
ALABAMA GOSPEL MUSIC CULTURAL ARTS CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION2054472208$21,884
9TH AND 10TH (HORSE) CAVALRY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION520 16TH ST N
ALABAMA FOLK ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM2053214929
ALABAMA HISTORICAL RADIO SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION600 N 18TH STREET2059677000
ALABAMA MUSEUM OF THE HEALTH SCIENCESSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2059344475
ALABAMA NEGRO LEAGUE BASEBALL MUSEUM FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
ARLINGTON ANTEBELLUM HOME & GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER331 COTTON AVE SW2057805656
CARL ELLIOTT HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2053870511
DISCOVERY 2000GENERAL MUSEUM2055582003
DON KRESGE MEMORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2058226759
DURBIN GALLERYART MUSEUM8005235793
GARDENDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2056315662
MUSEUM OF URBAN ARTGENERAL MUSEUM2058218119
SOUTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2052264934
WALKER COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3408

Libraries in Sumiton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY2100 PARK PLACE0.02,186,746
CARL ELLIOTT REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM98 18TH STREET EAST0.0209,399
GARDENDALE - MARTHA MOORE PUBLIC LIBRARY995 MT. OLIVE ROAD0.0113,833
JASPER PUBLIC LIBRARY98 EAST 18TH STREET0.049,367
FULTONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY500 BYRD LANE0.040,000
WARRIOR PUBLIC LIBRARY101 FIRST STREET0.023,561
ADAMSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY4825 MAIN STREET0.018,929
GRAYSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY315 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.09,002
SUMITON PUBLIC LIBRARY416 STATE STREET0.06,420
JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE2100 PARK PLACE0.02,190

Farmers Markets in Sumiton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gardendale Farmers Market857 Main Street05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016Thu: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Jefferson County Truck Growers Association344 Finley Ave., WestJanuary to DecemberVisit
LINN PLACE MARKET20TH STREET and PARK PLACEWed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
UAB Farmers Market18th Street South and 6th Ave. South06/03/2016 to 08/26/2016Fri: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Walker County Farmer's Market 1501 Airport Road 05/21/2016 to 10/22/2016Tue: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Gas Stations in Sumiton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kwik Stop

Golf Courses in Sumiton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Horse Creek Golf Course

Breweries in Sumiton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Don'sFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries300 19th St E2053878156
Goldwire Beverage ShopFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Health & Beauty, Beauty Salons613D Goldwire St S W

Pharmacies in Sumiton

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
DAVID'S DISCOUNT PHARMACY AND GIFT SHOP 385 BRYAN ROAD 205-648-6059
SUMITON DRUG COMPANY 1595 MAIN STREET 205-648-3296
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2723 690 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 78 205-648-1968
WALGREENS - 11450 879 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 78 205-648-8420

Cell Towers in Sumiton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
7301 WILLIAM HOWTON ROADTOWER145
HAYDEN; 944 HIGH POINT DRIVETOWER91
699 HILL TOP ROAD (60266)LTOWER89
67 FIRE TOWER RD #6 (78908)GTOWER86
150 HUMMINGBIRD LANE (60301)LTOWER59
150 HUMMINGBIRD LANE (60301)LTOWER59
7279 WILLIAM HOWTONS ROAD (60300)LTOWER59

Fire Stations in Sumiton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sumiton Fire and Rescue Service228 Bryan RDMostly volunteer205-255-6071

Bridges in Sumiton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete195119015,450F
CulvertConcrete19523514,660F
CulvertConcrete19524414,660F
CulvertConcrete19524414,660F
CulvertConcrete continuous1950214,110F
SlabConcrete continuous1950363,198F
SlabConcrete1950232,580F
Arch (Deck)Concrete1935501,950F
CulvertConcrete198434885G
SlabConcrete195064686F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199763505G
SlabConcrete194021400F
CulvertConcrete199125302G
CulvertSteel197965103F

Correctional Facilities in Sumiton

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
SUMITON CITY JAIL416 STATE STREETLOCAL-999-999OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Sumiton

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Birmingham, AL1801 Morris AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Sumiton

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALABAMA POWER COMPANY (POWELL AVENUE STEAM PLANT)1830 POWELL AVE SJEFFERSON
BLOUNT COUNTY ENERGY LLC BMWHALL ROADBLOUNT
GENPOWER KELLEY LLC249 FLAT CREEK ROADWALKER

Airports Near Sumiton

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International AirportBHMLarge Airport
Shelby County AirportMedium Airport
Tuscaloosa National AirportTCLMedium Airport
Addison Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bessemer AirportSmall Airport
Bill Pugh FieldSmall Airport
Cullman Regional Airport-Folsom FieldSmall Airport
Elam's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Flying X Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hartselle-Morgan County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hawk FieldSmall Airport
Lay LandingSmall Airport
Lazy Eight Airpark Llc AirportSmall Airport
McCall AirportSmall Airport
Merkel Field Sylacauga Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Milton AirportSmall Airport
Moore FieldSmall Airport
Mount Aero Lake Farm AirportSmall Airport
New Horizon AirportSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Peterson FieldSmall Airport
Posey FieldSmall Airport
Robbins FieldSmall Airport
Rocky Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Town & Country AirparkSmall Airport
Tranquility Base AirportSmall Airport
Tri-L Acres AirportSmall Airport
Turkey Creek AirportSmall Airport
Walker County Airport Bevill FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Sumiton

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Birmingham Police Headquarters1710 1st Avenue North
Gardendale Police Dept1309 Decatur Highway
Jefferson County Sheriff OfficeMount Olive Road
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office2200 8th Avenue North
Morris Police

Grocery Stores in Sumiton

14 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ASSOCIATED FOODSSupermarket1635 Main St
Dollar General 12990Other865 Thomas Rd
Dollar General 21559Other7174 Bankhead Hwy
Dollar General 6486Other580 Old Warrior Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 7036Other43 Sharon Blvd
Grub Mart 30Convenience Store515 Bryan Rd
Little Giant Farm MarketSpecialty Store224 Hull Rd
Murphy USA 7930Convenience Store670 Highway 78
PIGGLY WIGGLYSuper Store2221 Highway 78
Saz Jet PepConvenience Store1715 Highway 78
T J Food MartConvenience Store1561 Main St
Walgreens 11450Other879 Highway 78
Walmart S/C 2723Super Store690 Highway 78
Warrior Discount StoreConvenience Store9999 Corner School Rd

Post Offices in Sumiton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sumiton Post Office

Treatment Centers in Sumiton

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aletheia HouseSubstance Abuse205-324-6502
Aletheia House - Men OnlySubstance Abuse205-328-3600
Birmingham VA Healthcare System - Jasper VA ClinicBoth205-221-7384
Health Connect AmericaBoth205-530-6007
Walker Recovery Center IncSubstance Abuse205-221-1799
Zukoski OutpatientSubstance Abuse205-785-5787

DOL Wage Violations in Sumiton

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,932 in back wages owed to 13 employees.

1
Violations
$1,932
Back Wages Owed
13
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
Compass Bank- Sumiton 35148 1 $1,932 $149 13

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sumiton

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FAITH WORSHIP CENTERPO BOX 219
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD85 YATES RD
HEALING THE NATIONS51 GLENDA CIR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sumiton

What is the population of Sumiton?

Sumiton has a population of 2,506 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 434 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Sumiton expensive to live in?

Sumiton 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 $62,226, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $176,500 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sumiton safe?

Sumiton is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 204 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,404 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sumiton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sumiton?

Sumiton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Sumiton?

The job market in Sumiton is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $936. There are 1,536 business establishments in the area, including 108 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 2.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sumiton?

The median home value in Sumiton is $176,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,539. For renters, the median monthly rent is $765. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.3%. The average annual property tax is $2,236.

How are the schools in Sumiton?

Schools in Sumiton have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 14.9% of adults in Sumiton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sumiton?

The obesity rate in Sumiton is 34.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.7% of adults are smokers. 29.8% are physically inactive. 28.3% of residents report depression. 10.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 42.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,161.

What is transportation like in Sumiton?

The average commute in Sumiton is 28 minutes. 80.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sumiton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sumiton is 97% White, 2.4% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 20.3% of residents have a disability. 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

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