Alabaster, AL โ€” City Data, Demographics & Statistics

Shelby County ยท Alabama

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City DNA

A unique fingerprint for Alabaster based on 8 key metrics โ€” compared to averages.

PopulationIncomeHome ValueSafetyEducationMedian AgeClimateCost of Living
Alabaster
National Avg
Alabama Avg
Population: 66Income: 60Home Value: 24Safety: 100Education: 39Median Age: 66Climate: 50Cost of Living: 64

Quick Stats

Population

33,633

2023 ACS

Median Income

$90,163

2023

Median Home Value

$242,600

2023

Median Rent

$1,375

2023

Median Age

39.5

Unemployment

3.3%

Cost of Living Index

127.1

100 = national avg

Alabaster is a city in Shelby County, Alabama, with a population of 33,633 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Alabaster is one of the communities in Alabama.

The median household income in Alabaster is $90,163, and the median home value is $242,600. The cost of living index is 127.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,375 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, and the median age is 39.5 years.

People & Demographics

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Population

Total Population

33,633

Male

16,338

48.6%

Female

17,295

51.4%

Median Age

39.5

Age Distribution

Education & Household

Bachelor's or Higher

27.2%

High School or Higher

43.9%

Foreign Born

6.2%

Veterans

4.2%

Married

47.5%

Avg Household Size

2.8

Marital Status by Age

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

0.420

Simpson's Index (0-1)

Largest Group

White

73.6%

Foreign Born

6.2%

White
73.6%
Black
14.9%
Asian
1.3%
Native American
0.8%
Two or More
5.0%
Other
4.4%

Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.

Hispanic/Latino

10.7%

3,589 people

Not Hispanic/Latino

89.3%

Hispanic/Latino Detail

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
Mexican
1,638 (45.6%)
Puerto Rican
44 (1.2%)
Cuban
353 (9.8%)
Salvadoran
313 (8.7%)
Guatemalan
236 (6.6%)
Colombian
104 (2.9%)
Honduran
269 (7.5%)
Ecuadorian
34 (0.9%)
Peruvian
150 (4.2%)
Other Hispanic
446 (12.4%)

Asian Detail

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
Asian Indian
12 (2.7%)
Chinese
189 (43.2%)
Filipino
68 (15.6%)
Vietnamese
58 (13.3%)
Korean
6 (1.4%)
Thai
51 (11.7%)
Taiwanese
37 (8.5%)
Other Asian
17 (3.9%)

American Indian & Alaska Native Detail

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
Other Native American
284 (100.4%)

Languages Spoken

Total Speakers (5+)

31,666

English Only

91.0%

#1 Non-English Language

Spanish

2,386 speakers

Limited English

3.7%

Language Distribution

Spanish
2,386 (7.5%)
Chinese
159 (0.5%)
Slavic Languages
109 (0.3%)
Other Asian
59 (0.2%)
Vietnamese
54 (0.2%)
Other Indo-European
36 (0.1%)
Tagalog
18 (0.1%)
Other Languages
13 (0.0%)
Korean
6 (0.0%)
German
2 (0.0%)

English Proficiency

Speaks English Very Well

96.3%

Limited English Proficiency

3.7%

Spanish
43.3% limited English
Chinese
13.8% limited English
Slavic Languages
25.7% limited English
Other Asian
27.1% limited English
Vietnamese
81.5% limited English
Other Indo-European
50.0% limited English

Veterans & Military

Total Veterans

1,410

4.2% of population

Disability Rate

36.0%

508 with disability

Veteran Median Income

$57,378

Period of Service

Gulf War (2001+)
18.9%
Gulf War (1990-2001)
26.0%
Vietnam
35.1%
Korea
4.7%

Veteran Age Distribution

18-34
4.9%
35-54
27.9%
55-64
21.0%
65-74
21.6%
75+
24.5%

Male Veterans

1,279

90.7%

Female Veterans

131

9.3%

Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income

Veteran Income

$57,378

Non-Veteran Income

$43,513

Difference

$13,865

31.9% higher

Disability Status

With Disability

508

Without Disability

902

Disability Rate

36.0%

Ancestry & Heritage

Total Reporting Ancestry

19,720

#1 Ancestry

English

15.3% (5,133)

#2 Ancestry

Irish

8.8% (2,969)

#3 Ancestry

American

8.2% (2,742)

Top 20 Ancestries

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
English
15.3%
Irish
8.8%
American
8.2%
German
7.8%
Italian
3.6%
European
2.4%
Scotch-Irish
2.1%
Scottish
1.9%
French
1.4%
Polish
1.3%
Norwegian
0.9%
Sub-Saharan African
0.6%
Dutch
0.6%
West Indian
0.6%
Hungarian
0.5%
Arab
0.5%
British
0.4%
Ukrainian
0.4%
Welsh
0.4%
Swiss
0.3%

Families & Households

Total Households

11,929

Family Households

8,967

75.2%

Married Couples

7,405

62.1%

Non-Family Households

2,962

24.8%

Single Mother Households

1,220

10.2%

Single Father Households

342

2.9%

Living Alone

2,704

22.7%

Children Under 18

Total Children

7,864

In Married Couple

6,391

81.3%

With Single Mother

1,208

15.4%

With Single Father

265

3.4%

Family Income

Median Family Income

$103,520

Married Couple Income

$111,270

Single Mother Income

$61,786

Single Father Income

$72,692

Avg Family Size

2.8

Avg Non-Family Size

3.1

Grandparents w/ Grandchildren

576

Grandparents Responsible

188

Economy

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Income Overview

Median Household Income

$90,163

+23% vs national

Per Capita Income

$40,356

+9% vs national

Poverty Rate

5.3%

-61% vs national

Gini Index

0.3904

0 = perfect equality

Unemployment

3.3%

-37% vs national

SNAP Recipients

5.7%

of households

How Alabaster Compares

Alabaster vs Similar Cities

Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Alabaster is highlighted.

Median Household Income

Per Capita Income

Poverty Rate

Unemployment Rate

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Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Alabaster. The median household income here is $90,163.

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Income Distribution

<$25K
8.4%
$25-50K
14.2%
$50-75K
16.8%
$75-100K
17.0%
$100-150K
21.3%
$150-200K
11.3%
$200K+
11.0%

Employment Snapshot

Unemployment Rate

3.3%

-43% vs AL avg

Labor Force

17,807

Employed

17,105

Mean Commute

26 min

How People Get to Work

Employment by Sector

Education & Workforce

Bachelor's Degree+

27.2%

of adults 25+

High School Diploma+

43.9%

of adults 25+

Median Age

39.5

Work from Home

15.3%

of workers

Cost of Living

Overall Index

127.1

100 = national avg

+27.1 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$55,938

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$132,218

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
132.7
Food
118.9
Transportation
125.9
Healthcare
115.1
Utilities
117.9

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$1,155

per month

2 Bedroom

$1,266

per month

The median household income in Alabaster, AL is $90,163, which is 23.1% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $40,356. The poverty rate of 5.3% is lower than the AL state average of 17.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3904, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 17,807. 27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 26 minutes, with 15.3% working from home. About 74.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 127.1, which is 27.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 132.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,938 per year to cover basic expenses.

Housing & Real Estate

Market SnapshotRedfin โ€” January 2026

Median Sale Price

$296,000

Median List Price

$319,900

Price Per Sq Ft

$150

Days on Market

71

Active Inventory

101

Months of Supply

7.2

Buyer's market

Zillow Home Value

$295,097

ZHVI โ€” January 2026

Zillow Rent Index

$1,679

ZORI โ€” January 2026

Market CompetitivenessRedfin

Sold Above List

14.3%

Off Market in 2 Weeks

38.5%

Sale-to-List Ratio

97.2%

Buyer's market

Sold Above Asking
14.3%
Under Contract in 2 Wks
38.5%
Listings with Price Drops
18.8%

Price TrendsRedfin

Sale Price โ†“ 1.1%List Price โ†‘ 10.3%Mar 24 โ†’ Jan 26

Market ActivityRedfin

Homes Sold

14

New Listings

37

Pending Sales

39

Homes Sold โ†“ 65.0%New Listings โ†‘ 2.8%Pending โ†“ 26.4%Mar 24 โ†’ Jan 26

Price Per Square FootRedfin

Median Sale $/SF

$150

Median List $/SF

$162

Sale $/SF โ†“ 3.2%List $/SF โ†‘ 3.8%Mar 24 โ†’ Jan 26

House Price IndexFHFA

How much have housing prices increased in Alabaster, AL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Birmingham, AL metro area, home prices have risen 355.3% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 90.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 85.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 44.7%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 8.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Birmingham, AL housing market rather than Alabaster alone.

40yr โ†‘ 355.3%20yr โ†‘ 90.2%10yr โ†‘ 85%5yr โ†‘ 44.7%2yr โ†‘ 8.4%Q1 1978 โ†’ Q4 2025

Metro area: Birmingham, AL

Alabaster vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin

Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Alabaster is highlighted.

Median Home Value

Median Rent

Median Price Per Sq Ft

Rent Burden

Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023

Median Home Value

$242,600

Median Rent

$1,375

Total Housing Units

12,372

Vacancy Rate

3.6%

Owner Occupied

86.5%

Renter Occupied

13.6%

Median Property Tax

$1,153

per year

Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)

$1,257

Housing Types

Single Family
89.0%
Multi-Family
5.7%
Mobile Home
5.3%

Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023

Median Property Tax

$1,153

per year

Effective Tax Rate

0.47%

of home value

Median Home Value

$242,600

Estimated Mean Tax

$1,086

The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,153) by the median home value ($242,600). In Alabaster, AL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.47%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.

The current median sale price in Alabaster, AL is $296,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 71 days on the market. 14.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $150. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,679/month. About 86.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1994. There are 12,372 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,153. The effective tax rate is 0.47%, below the national average.

Crime Overview

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)

Violent Crime Rate

0.99

per 1,000 residents

-62% vs national

Property Crime Rate

15.11

per 1,000 residents

-12% vs national

Total Crimes

553

2024

Violent Clearance

53%

cases solved

Property Clearance

54%

cases solved

YoY Change

-8.7%

violent crime rate

improving vs 2023

How Alabaster Compares

Source: FBI (2024)

Alabaster vs Similar Cities

Source: FBI (2024)

Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Alabaster is highlighted in green.

Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)

Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)

Murder Rate (per 1,000)

Crime Rate Trends

Source: FBI
Violent โ†“ 76.1%Property โ†“ 10.0%2015 โ†’ 2024

Crime Composition

Source: FBI (2024)

Violent Crime Breakdown

Property Crime Breakdown

Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates

Source: FBI (2024)

Alabaster police solve 100% of rape cases but only 12% of burglary cases.

Weapon Used in Violent Crime

Source: FBI (2024)

Crime Breakdown

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)
Crime TypeCategoryCountRate per 1KClearance %
MurderViolent00.00N/A
RapeViolent10.03100.0%
RobberyViolent40.1275.0%
Aggravated AssaultViolent290.8448.3%
BurglaryProperty170.4911.8%
Larceny/TheftProperty48013.9756.7%
Motor Vehicle TheftProperty220.6422.7%

Alabaster, AL reported 34 violent crimes and 519 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 0.99 per 1,000 residents is 61.9% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 53% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 480 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 55.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.

Crime History

Source: FBI
YearViolentPropertyViolent RateProperty Rate
2024345190.9915.11
2023375511.0816.15
2022337140.9721.02
2021283300.829.72
2020681932.015.72
2018925792.7517.28
2017745272.2315.85
2016974882.9414.77
20151325344.1516.78

Natural Hazard Risk

Source: FEMA National Risk Index

Risk Score

90.3

Relatively Moderate

Expected Annual Loss

91.2

Score (0-100)

Social Vulnerability

16.6

Score (0-100)

Community Resilience

74.0

Score (0-100)

Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.

Disaster History & Federal Spending

Source: FEMA

Total Declarations

25

Public Assistance

$2.9M

Individual Assistance

$2.7M

Most Common Type

Severe Storm

9 declarations

Public Assistance by Category

Total: $2.9M
DisasterTypeDatePA $IA $
Hurricane Helene โ†’HurricaneSep 2024โ€”โ€”
Severe Storms and Flooding โ†’Severe StormDec 2021โ€”$1.2M
Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and โ€ฆ โ†’Severe StormApr 2021$1.5M$61K
Hurricane Sally โ†’HurricaneSep 2020โ€”โ€”
Covid-19 Pandemic โ†’BiologicalMar 2020$350K$955K
Covid-19 โ†’BiologicalMar 2020โ€”โ€”
Hurricane Nate โ†’HurricaneOct 2017โ€”โ€”
Hurricane Irma โ†’HurricaneSep 2017โ€”โ€”
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line โ€ฆ โ†’Severe StormApr 2011$74K$49K
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Straight-lโ€ฆ โ†’Severe StormApr 2011โ€”โ€”
Severe Storms, Flooding, Tornadoes, and โ€ฆ โ†’Severe Storm(s)May 2009$11Kโ€”
Hurricane Gustav โ†’HurricaneAug 2008โ€”โ€”
Hurricane Katrina Evacuation โ†’HurricaneSep 2005โ€”โ€”
Hurricane Katrina โ†’HurricaneAug 2005$140Kโ€”
Hurricane Dennis โ†’HurricaneJul 2005$149Kโ€”
Hurricane Ivan โ†’HurricaneSep 2004$650K$302K
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding โ†’Severe StormMay 2003$7K$55K
Severe Storms and Tornadoes โ†’Severe StormNov 2002โ€”โ€”
Severe Storms and Flooding โ†’Severe Storm(s)Mar 2001$32Kโ€”
Al - Chelsea Fire - 09/18/99 โ†’FireSep 1999โ€”โ€”

Showing 20 of 30 disasters

PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).

Flood Insurance (NFIP)

Source: FEMA NFIP

Total Claims

797

Total Claims Paid

$19,194,692

Avg Claim Payout

$24,084

County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.

Hazard Mitigation

Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance

Mitigation Projects

65

Federal Funding

$23,984,771

Properties Protected

705

Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio

4.13

BCR

Top Mitigation Project Types

Project TypeProjectsFederal $
600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan)16$835,928
206.1: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Private Structures15$523,937
206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures14$657,011
200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine8$18,888,570
95.1: FMA or CRS Plan5$50,000

Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.

Alabaster has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, landslide, lightning. The area has had 25 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (9 declarations). 797 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $2,936,705 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,670,838 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 65 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.

Health

Community Health

Source: CDC PLACES

Obesity Rate

32.8%

3.3pp below the national average

Depression Rate

22.0%

1.5pp below the national average

Diabetes Rate

10.9%

1.0pp below the national average

Uninsured Rate

8.4%

2.2pp below the national average

Health Scorecard

Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)

Health Outcomes

Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.

High Cholesterol

39.0%

Arthritis

26.2%

Cancer (excl. skin)

8.0%

Teeth Lost (65+)

8.8%

Health Risk Behaviors

Prevention & Screening

Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Frequent Mental Distress

15.3%

14+ days in past month

Depression

22.0%

Loneliness

31.4%

Lack of Support

21.7%

Disability Prevalence

Any Disability

28.4%

Mobility

12.0%

Cognitive

13.2%

Hearing

6.5%

Vision

4.1%

Self-Care

3.0%

Independent Living

7.1%

Health-Related Social Needs

Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health

Alabaster has an obesity rate of 32.8%, which is 3.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 22.0%, 1.5pp below the national average. About 8.4% of adults lack health insurance. 78.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.

Nearby Hospitals

Source: CMS Hospital Compare

Nearest Hospitals

5

With Emergency Services

5

Avg CMS Rating

2.4 / 5

Nearest Hospital

2.1 mi

Shelby Baptist Medical Center

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HospitalDistanceTypeRatingER
Shelby Baptist Medical Center2.1 miAcute Care Hospitals2/5Yes
Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System11.3 miAcute Care Hospitals2/5Yes
Grandview Medical Center16.4 miAcute Care Hospitals2/5Yes
Princeton Baptist Medical Center16.9 miAcute Care Hospitals3/5Yes
St Vincent'S Birmingham19.4 miAcute Care Hospitals3/5Yes

Climate & Environment

Water Systems

Source: EPA SDWIS

Water Systems

1

Pop. Served

41,061

Violations (5yr)

0

No violations

System NamePop. ServedViolations (5yr)
ALABASTER WATER BOARD41,0610

Greenhouse Gas Emitters

Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)

Facilities Reporting

2

Total COโ‚‚e

1.0M MT

Top Emitter

CARMEUSE LIME & STONE INC

517.4K MT COโ‚‚e

Total COโ‚‚e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)

FacilitySectorCOโ‚‚e (MT)
CARMEUSE LIME & STONE INC
Carmeuse Lime Inc
Minerals517,405
Cheney Lime and Cement Company
Cheney Lime & Cement Co Inc
Minerals494,757

Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons COโ‚‚e/year.

There are 1 water system serving the area. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.0M metric tons of COโ‚‚e.

Infrastructure

Commute Overview2023 ACS

Mean Commute

26 min

+12% vs national

Drive Alone

74.7%

-5% vs national

Work From Home

15.3%

+65% vs national

Carpool

8.9%

Walk / Bike

0.6%

combined

How Alabaster's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023

How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023

Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023

Traffic Fatalities

Source: NHTSA FARS (2022)

Fatalities

2

2022

4-Year Avg

2

fatalities/yr

Nighttime

1

dark conditions

YearCrashesFatalitiesAlcoholPedestrianCyclist
202222000
202011000
201922000
201833201

Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.

The average commute in Alabaster, AL is 26 minutes, which is 12.0% above the national average of 23 minutes. 74.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 15.3% work from home, which is above the AL state average of 5.2%. 8.9% of workers carpool. In 2022, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.

Internet & Broadband Access

Source: Census ACS

Broadband Access

94.1%

of households

Cable / Fiber / DSL

81.2%

of households

No Internet

5.1%

of households

Total Households

11,929

Internet Subscription Types

Cable, Fiber, or DSL
81.2%
Cellular Data Plan
87.3%
Satellite
8.3%
Cellular Only (no wired)
10.0%
No Internet Access
5.1%

Device Ownership

Source: Census ACS

Has Computer

97.1%

of households

Smartphone

91.5%

of households

Desktop / Laptop

84.5%

of households

Tablet

73.2%

of households

Any Computing Device
97.1%
Smartphone
91.5%
Desktop / Laptop
84.5%
Tablet
73.2%
Smartphone Only
7.3%
No Computer
2.9%

Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).

Electricity Rates

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)

Residential Rate

15.2ยข

per kWh

-20% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg

Commercial Rate

13.6ยข

per kWh

-12% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg

Industrial Rate

7.3ยข

per kWh

-39% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg

Avg Monthly Bill

$174

residential

+18% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg

11% below the national average of 17.1ยข/kWh

Residential electricity in Alabama averages 15.2ยข per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1ยข. The average monthly electric bill is $174. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).

Alabaster vs Similar Cities

Source: EIA (2024)

Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.

Residential Rate (ยข/kWh)

Commercial Rate (ยข/kWh)

Industrial Rate (ยข/kWh)

Average Monthly Bill

Water Systems

Source: EPA SDWIS

Water Systems

1

Population Served

41,061

Violations (5yr)

0

System NameTypeSourcePop. ServedViolations
ALABASTER WATER BOARDCommunityPurchased surface water41,0610

94.1% of households in Alabaster have broadband internet access. 81.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.1% of households have no internet access. 7.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 41,061 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.

Politics & Government

County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Alabaster is located in Shelby County, AL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Alabaster.

Election Overview

Source: Shelby County (2024)

2024 Winner

Republican

Dem Votes

33,087

29.0%

GOP Votes

79,666

69.9%

Total Votes

114,043

Margin

R+40.8%

Shift from 2020

R+0.5pp

vs prior election

๐Ÿ“ŠElection Results by Year
2016โ€“2024
๐Ÿ“ˆPartisan Lean Trend
R+40.8%

Election History

Source: County-Level Election Results
YearDem VotesGOP VotesTotalDem %GOP %Margin
202433,08779,666114,04329.0%69.9%R+40.8
202033,26879,700114,95028.9%69.3%R+40.4
201622,92772,84699,20823.1%73.4%R+50.3

In the 2024 presidential election, Shelby County recorded 114,043 total votes. Republicans won the county with 69.9% of the vote compared to 29.0% for Democrats, a margin of R+40.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Shelby County has shifted 9.5 percentage points toward Democrats.

Nonprofits Overview

Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF

Total Nonprofits

105

Total Assets

$5.3M

Total Income

$5.7M

Per 10K Residents

31.2

nonprofits

-71.3% vs peers avg

Orgs with >$1M Assets

2

Median Assets

$30K

Oldest Active

1944

ruling year

Newest Org

2025

ruling year

Nonprofits by Category

Source: IRS / NTEE Classification
Religion
24
Human Services
12
Education
10
Arts & Culture
7
Recreation & Sports
6
Public Benefit
5
Mental Health
4
Youth Development
4
Community Improvement
4
Animal-Related
3
Health Care
2
Voluntary Health
2
Crime & Legal
2
Philanthropy
2
Housing & Shelter
1
Public Safety
1
Civil Rights
1
Science & Tech
1
Mutual Benefit
1
Unknown
1
98.7%of all nonprofit assets are held by the 10 largest organizations

Top 10 hold $5.2M of $5.3M total

Nonprofit Size Distribution

Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF

Number of nonprofits by total asset size

When Were Nonprofits Founded?

Source: IRS Ruling Date

Number of currently active nonprofits by founding decade

Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities

Source: IRS BMF + Census ACS

Compared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000

Largest Nonprofits in Alabaster

Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF
OrganizationCategoryAssetsIncomeEst.IRS
DEVELOPING ALABAMA YOUTH FOUNDATION DAY INCMental Health$2.0M$1.0M1983
FAMILY CONNECTION INCโ€”$1.3M$1.0M1983
REFUGE AND HOPE INTERNATIONALYouth Development$622K$875K2005
MANNA MINISTRIESHuman Services$374K$147K1993
KEVIN DERRYBERRY MINISTRIES INCReligion$368K$122K2003
HATCHING HOPEPublic Safety$324K$566K2016
ALABASTER SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT FOUNDATION AN ALABAMA NON-PROFITEducation$74K$174K2010
ALABASTER ARTS COUNCIL INCArts & Culture$47K$604K2009
SKY - SKILLED KNOWLEDGEABLE YOUTHEducation$31K$102K2010
SHELBY COUNTY SCHOOLS EDUCATION FOUNDATIONEducation$29K$91K1993
F A M INTERNATIONALReligion$23K$310K1998
RIVER & CAPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL INCโ€”$15K$68K2023
WARRIORS LACROSSE CLUBRecreation & Sports$11K$21K2019
SELAH CHRISTIAN COUNSELING AND WELLNESSMental Health$8K$73K2023
ALL THE DOGSAnimal-Related$6K$129K2024
HOPE MANIFEST INCCommunity Improvement$5K$157K2009
MAN ADVENTURES INCReligion$3K$173K2001
KINGWOOD UNITED APPEAL FUND INCReligion$116$8K2005

Alabaster, AL has 105 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $5.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 24 organizations. 2 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 31.2 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1944.

SBA Lending Overview

Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level Data

Total SBA Loans

143

Total Approved

$58.0M

Jobs Supported

1,467

Per 10K Residents

42.5

SBA loans

-47.7% vs peers avg

Unique Lenders

43

Top Lender

PNC Bank, National Association

20 loans

Top Industry

Retail Trade

Data Span

1992โ€“2025

Loan Program Breakdown

Source: SBA FOIA
7(a)81% of all loans

Loans

116

Total Amount

$41.8M

Avg Loan

$360,444

Median Loan

$103,500

SBA Guaranteed

$31.5M(75%)

Jobs Supported

1,025

50419% of all loans

Loans

27

Total Amount

$16.2M

Avg Loan

$599,222

Median Loan

$391,000

7(a) โ€” 81%504 โ€” 19%

Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)

Source: SBA FOIA

Recent Loans

25

17% of all-time total

Recent Amount

$15.0M

26% of all-time total

Avg Recent Loan

$598,276

Top Industries Funded

Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS Codes
Retail Trade22 loans
NAICS 44
$8.9M
Health Care & Social Assistance18 loans
NAICS 62
$14.4M
Other Services15 loans
NAICS 81
$4.3M
Accommodation & Food Services12 loans
NAICS 72
$9.5M
Construction11 loans
NAICS 23
$3.6M

SBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities

Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACS

Compared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000

Top SBA Borrowers

Source: SBA FOIA
BusinessLoansAmount
Generations Radiotherapy & Oncology Pc3$6.5M
E&l Properties Llc (epc) & Shelby Oral Facial Surgery Pc (oc)2$3.3M
Rv Roadway and Roadway Collision Center, Inc.2$2.5M
Kent Farms Animal Hospital Llc1$2.4M
A3 General Services Inc1$2.0M
Lnd Hospitality Llc1$2.0M
Renew Rx Llc1$1.9M
Vital Inspection Professionals Inc.2$1.6M
M & M Builders Inc1$1.4M
Djc Investment Corporation1$1.4M

Alabaster, AL has received 143 SBA loans totaling $58.0M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 116 loans (81% of the total), supporting 1,025 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 27 loans totaling $16.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Alabaster is PNC Bank, National Association with 20 loans. That works out to 42.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.

ZIP Code Overview

Source: Census ACS

ZIP Codes

7

Total Population

152,896

Avg Median Income

$90,758

Avg Home Value

$262,943

ZIP Code Details

Source: Census ACS
ZIP CodePopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueMedian RentArea (sq mi)
3500727,935$86,994$231,800$1,34839.0
3504018,819$80,267$210,600$1,44177.9
3508019,808$111,871$278,500$1,61146.1
351147,777$96,335$280,400$1,05610.6
3511516,911$54,157$165,800$807123.4
3512424,871$91,513$282,600$1,57542.6
3524436,775$114,172$390,900$1,41323.9

Alabaster, AL has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 152,896. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $90,758. The average median home value is $262,943. The average median monthly rent is $1,322.

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