Sylacauga, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Talladega County County
Sylacauga, AL
At a Glance
How Sylacauga Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sylacauga's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sylacauga a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sylacauga residents earn a median household income of $46,384 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,824. The unemployment rate stands at 7.9% (119% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,578 business establishments, including 125 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sylacauga is $156,800 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,392. Median rent is $717/month, with 26.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Sylacauga reports 562 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,535/100K.
Education
16.4% of adults in Sylacauga hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 84.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sylacauga has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches.