Talladega, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Talladega County County
Talladega, AL
At a Glance
How Talladega Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Talladega's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Talladega a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Talladega residents earn a median household income of $46,820 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,287. The unemployment rate stands at 12.5% (247% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.3% 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 Talladega is $116,600 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,645. Median rent is $765/month, with 28.0% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Talladega reports 541 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,461/100K.
Education
13.9% of adults in Talladega hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 75.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Talladega has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches.