Alabama
Talladega is a small city in Alabama with a population of 15,041. Residents earn $46,820 per year, which is 38% below the national average.
Based on current data, Talladega receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Talladega has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Talladega is $46,820, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Talladega is $116,600, 59% 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 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 785 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,538 per 100,000, 234% above the national average.
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Talladega enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 93.8% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.2% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,820 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,287 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,121 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,961 |
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.3% |
| 88% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,578 |
| County GDP | $4,496M |
| Restaurants | 125 |
| Healthcare | 138 |
| Retail | 254 |
| Manufacturing | 91 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,668 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.43% |
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $116,600 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $138,612 |
| Median List Price | $165,000 |
| Median List Price | $165,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $57 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 89.0% |
| Price Drops | 8.5% |
| Inventory | 47 |
| Census Median Rent | $765 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $561 |
| 1 Bedroom | $682 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $814 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,107 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,112 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,668 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.43% |
| Obesity | 47.5% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.8% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.8% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.2% |
| Premature Death | 15,316/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 138 |
| Total Violent | 784.9/100K |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Murder | 6.3/100K |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Rape | 63.3/100K |
| Robbery | 126.6/100K |
| Assault | 588.6/100K |
| Total Property | 6,538.4/100K |
| 234% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,993.8/100K |
| Theft | 4,215.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 329.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.6 inches |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 593 ft (181 m) |
| Area | 26.1 sq mi (67.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 577/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4318°N, 86.0995°W |
| County FIPS | 01121 |
Winner: Republican by 33.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.9% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 577/sq mi |
| Total Area | 26.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 138 |
| Restaurants | 125 |
| Retail Stores | 254 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |