Spanish Fort, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
10,377 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$101,574 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$314,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$411 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,132 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Baldwin County
3
Daphne-Fairhope-Foley Metro Area
3
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Baldwin County
4
Daphne-Fairhope-Foley Metro Area
4
Alabama
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) 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 50
Feb 5 0 52
Mar 5 0 59
Apr 5 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 7 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 5 0 58
Dec 5 0 51

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Spanish Fort Middle School
<1 miles, SE · 4.1star
Spanish Fort High School
2 miles, S · 4.1star
Rockwell Elementary School
3 miles, S · 4.1star
Spanish Fort Elementary School
4 miles, SW · 4.6star

Colleges

Coastal Alabama Community College
10 miles, NE · 1.4star
Bishop State Community College
12 miles, W · 1.4star
Blue Cliff Career College
15 miles, W · 1star

Hospitals

Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
13 miles, W · 2.3star
North Baldwin Infirmary
13 miles, NE · 3.2star

Airports

Mobile Regional Airport
22 miles, W · 1.4star
Pensacola International Airport
44 miles, SE · 1.9star