Tuscaloosa, AL Overview

The hub of Tuscaloosa County has long been famous as a college town centered on the nationally acclaimed resources of the University of Alabama and collegiate football. Although the growing economy has strengthened and diversified in recent decades, the university still plays a vital role in the region's cultural enrichment and appeal.  Emerging as one of America's most progressive communities, Tuscaloosa enjoys a panoramic location along the Black Warrior River.  Private and public dollars are making possible the sweeping riverfront and downtown transformation that reflects the city's commitment to a bright and prosperous future.  More than 20 points of interest are scattered throughout the city, from a popular historic theater to dozens of lush parks, numerous galleries, wonderful museums, and grand antebellum homes.  The Alabama Museum of Natural History, the Aliceville Museum, and the Fayette Art Museum are just a few of the premier venues. Beautiful golf courses, private sports clubs, country clubs, social and sports organizations, supervised recreational programs, and a wealth of sports facilities combine with riverfront and lakefront water-sport recreation set against a backdrop of natural beauty.  Throughout the area, beautiful older homes along tree-shaded streets combine with handsome new construction and exclusive enclaves to crown the city's first-rate amenities and attractions with affordable and attractive housing options.

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000) 22%
Population Density (ppl / mile) 1,324.00
Household Size (ppl) 2.228
Households w/ Children 23%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover 0%
5+ Years in Residency 26%
Median Year in Residency 2.36

Housing Inventory

Tuscaloosa, AL Housing Inventory 21,464 10,265 16,995 21,464 10,265

Market Overview

91 listings with an estimated median price of $275,900

Price Count
$0 - 100K 22
$100K - 200K 13
$200K - 300K 14
$300K - 400K 21
$400K - 500K 8
$500K - 600K 4
$600K - 700K 2
$800K - 900K 2
$1M - Max 5
Property Type Count
Single Family 53
Condo 8
Commercial 2
Rental 3
Lots and Land 26
Multi Family 2

(Data as of 4/27/2024)

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Tuscaloosa, AL Population Demographics

Total: 95,285

Households:38,459

Median Age: 29.90

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature (degrees F)

Tuscaloosa, AL Temperature

Weather Risk

Tuscaloosa, AL Weather Risk

Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Education Climate Index

Tuscaloosa, AL Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Tuscaloosa, AL Highest Education Level Attained 15,420 11,735 3,118 4,875 1,598 7,841 10,670 15,420 11,735 4,875 1,598 7,841

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Tuscaloosa, AL Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $43,303)

Tuscaloosa, AL Income by dollar range 3,749 2,821 2,318 2,420 2,480 2,186 1,946 1,983 1,508 2,939 3,554 3,974 2,177 1,355 1,533 849 365 302

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio
$566
One Bedroom
$643
Two Bedroom
$782
Three Bedroom
$1,004
Four Bedroom
$1,078

Smoking Ban

The Smoking Ban data indicates whether an area has a smoking ban in place for workplaces, restaurants or bars. This information represents that of the search area and may not reflect that of the whole County or State.

Workplaces
No
Restaurants
No
Bars
No

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average. The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 1.0, so a score of 2.0 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 0.50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Tuscaloosa, AL Crime

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