Talladega Springs, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Talladega Springs is a small town in Alabama with a population of 220. Residents earn $73,854 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
220 Population 179/sq mi density
$73,854 Median Income $35,147 per capita
$120,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,854 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,800 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,854
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,854
Per Capita$35,147
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$17,333M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Elevation521 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+95.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute33 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries14

Is Talladega Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Talladega Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Talladega Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Talladega Springs is $73,854, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Talladega Springs is $120,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Talladega Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Talladega Springs has a population of 220 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 7.3% Black.

Population

220
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Talladega Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Talladega Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Talladega Springs is $73,854, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Talladega Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,854
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,147
Avg Weekly Wage$1,284
IRS Avg AGI$102,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,251
County GDP$17,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare535
Retail708
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Talladega Springs is $120,800, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,800
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In Talladega Springs, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Talladega Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death6,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities535

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Talladega Springs has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.0 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation521 ft (159 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates33.1205°N, 86.4378°W
County FIPS01117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities535
Restaurants436
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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