Chelsea, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
15,731 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,056 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$339,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$535 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,206 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Shelby County
3
Birmingham Metro Area
5
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Shelby County
3
Birmingham Metro Area
4
Alabama
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (78%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 43
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 62
May 4 0 70
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Forest Oaks Elementary School
1 miles, NE · 3.2star
Chelsea Middle School
2 miles, N · 3.7star
Chelsea High School
3 miles, NW · 4.1star
Chelsea Park Elementary School
4 miles, E · 3.7star
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Colleges

Strayer University-Alabama
10 miles, N · 2.3star
Samford University
14 miles, N · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Grandview Medical Center
10 miles, N · 3.2star
Shelby Baptist Medical Center
11 miles, W · 2.3star
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
13 miles, N · 3.2star
St Vincent's Birmingham
16 miles, N · 4.1star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
113 miles, SE · 1star
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