Birmingham, AL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Jefferson County · Alabama
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Birmingham based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
199,322
2023 ACS
Median Income
$44,376
2023
Median Home Value
$138,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,047
2023
Median Age
35.9
Unemployment
6.1%
Cost of Living Index
85.2
100 = national avg
Birmingham is a city in Jefferson County, Alabama, with a population of 199,322 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Birmingham is one of the communities in Alabama.
The median household income in Birmingham is $44,376, and the median home value is $138,600. The cost of living index is 85.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,047 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, and the median age is 35.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
199,322
Male
94,050
47.2%
Female
105,272
52.8%
Median Age
35.9
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
21.2%
High School or Higher
40.7%
Foreign Born
4.4%
Veterans
4.6%
Married
25.6%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.480
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
67.1%
Foreign Born
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
4.9%
9,707 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
189,606
English Only
93.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
7,842 speakers
Limited English
2.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.3%
Limited English Proficiency
2.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
9,245
4.6% of population
Disability Rate
25.7%
2,374 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$33,508
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
8,486
91.8%
Female Veterans
759
8.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$33,508
Non-Veteran Income
$28,096
Difference
$5,412
19.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,374
Without Disability
6,871
Disability Rate
25.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
59,686
#1 Ancestry
American
10.4% (20,632)
#2 Ancestry
English
4.1% (8,108)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
2.9% (5,806)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
88,527
Family Households
42,060
47.5%
Married Couples
20,520
23.2%
Non-Family Households
46,467
52.5%
Single Mother Households
17,455
19.7%
Single Father Households
4,085
4.6%
Living Alone
39,766
44.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
29,004
In Married Couple
10,178
35.1%
With Single Mother
17,047
58.8%
With Single Father
1,779
6.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$57,220
Married Couple Income
$86,920
Single Mother Income
$34,584
Single Father Income
$52,793
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
4,563
Grandparents Responsible
2,464
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$44,376
-39% vs national
Per Capita Income
$31,616
-15% vs national
Poverty Rate
25.2%
+85% vs national
Gini Index
0.5213
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.1%
+17% vs national
SNAP Recipients
21.8%
of households
How Birmingham Compares
Birmingham vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Birmingham is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Birmingham, AL has a median household income of $44,376, making it the 23,700th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Birmingham has a higher median household income than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Birmingham, AL has a per capita income of $31,616, making it the 15,540th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Birmingham has a higher per capita income than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Birmingham, AL has a poverty rate of 25.2%, making it the 4,610th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Birmingham has a higher poverty rate than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Birmingham, AL has a unemployment rate of 6.1%, making it the 9,041st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Birmingham has a higher unemployment rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Birmingham. The median household income here is $44,376.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.1%
+4% vs AL avg
Labor Force
97,022
Employed
90,956
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
21.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
40.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.9
Work from Home
8.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Birmingham, AL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$117.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
85.2
100 = national avg
-14.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,482
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,594
per year
Cost Index by Category
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 Birmingham, AL is $44,376, which is 39.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $31,616. The poverty rate of 25.2% is higher than the AL state average of 17.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5213, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 97,022. 21.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 8.5% working from home. About 74.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 85.2, which is 14.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,482 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$147,750
Median List Price
$160,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$105
Days on Market
86
Active Inventory
903
Months of Supply
7.3
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$133,465
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,295
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
12.9%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
18.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
94.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
124
New Listings
236
Pending Sales
211
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$105
Median List $/SF
$113
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Birmingham, 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 Birmingham alone.
Metro area: Birmingham, AL
Birmingham vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Birmingham is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Birmingham, AL has a median home value of $138,600, making it the 17,584th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Birmingham has a higher median home value than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Birmingham, AL has a median rent of $1,047, making it the 9,164th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Birmingham has a higher median rent than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Birmingham, AL has a price per square foot of $105, making it the 16,731st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Birmingham has a higher price per square foot than 19% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Birmingham, AL has a rent burden of 28.3%, making it the 1,759th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Birmingham has a higher rent burden than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$138,600
Median Rent
$1,047
Total Housing Units
108,903
Vacancy Rate
18.7%
Owner Occupied
45.1%
Renter Occupied
54.9%
Median Property Tax
$930
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$868
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$930
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
of home value
Median Home Value
$138,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,067
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($930) by the median home value ($138,600). In Birmingham, AL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.67%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Birmingham, AL is $147,750 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 86 days on the market. 12.9% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $105. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,295/month. About 45.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1965. There are 108,903 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $930. The effective tax rate is 0.67%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
12.48
per 1,000 residents
+380% vs national
Property Crime Rate
40.31
per 1,000 residents
+134% vs national
Total Crimes
10,316
2024
Violent Clearance
10%
cases solved
Property Clearance
2%
cases solved
YoY Change
-19.5%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Birmingham Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Birmingham vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Birmingham 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: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Birmingham police solve 21% of rape cases but only 1% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 115 | 0.59 | 18.3% |
| Rape | Violent | 29 | 0.15 | 20.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 393 | 2.01 | 7.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 1,899 | 9.72 | 9.4% |
| Burglary | Property | 1,426 | 7.30 | 3.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 4,873 | 24.94 | 1.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 1,579 | 8.08 | 2.1% |
Birmingham, AL reported 2,438 violent crimes and 7,878 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 12.48 per 1,000 residents is 379.8% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 10% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 4,873 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 58.6% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,438 | 7,878 | 12.48 | 40.31 |
| 2023 | 3,024 | 8,911 | 15.49 | 45.65 |
| 2022 | 3,303 | 8,279 | 16.93 | 42.45 |
| 2021 | 3,135 | 7,404 | 15.18 | 35.86 |
| 2020 | 867 | 2,985 | 4.15 | 14.28 |
| 2018 | 4,025 | 13,295 | 19.12 | 63.14 |
| 2016 | 3,420 | 12,470 | 16.09 | 58.67 |
| 2015 | 3,707 | 13,499 | 17.46 | 63.59 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
2
Total Killed
1
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2018 | Huffman High School | 1 | 0 | accidental | pistol |
| Mar 15, 2016 | Huffman High School | 0 | 1 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk 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: FEMATotal Declarations
38
Public Assistance
$62.3M
Individual Assistance
$29.6M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
18 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 46 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,880
Total Claims Paid
$47,400,531
Avg Claim Payout
$16,459
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
65
Federal Funding
$23,984,771
Properties Protected
705
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
4.13
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Structures | 15 | $523,937 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 14 | $657,011 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 8 | $18,888,570 |
| 95.1: FMA or CRS Plan | 5 | $50,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Birmingham 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 38 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (18 declarations). 2,880 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $62,251,359 in public assistance recovery funding. $29,629,846 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
42.2%
6.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.1%
1.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.2%
7.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.2%
0.6pp above 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
38.6%
Arthritis
28.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.3%
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
18.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.1%
Loneliness
41.0%
Lack of Support
27.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
40.0%
Mobility
21.0%
Cognitive
18.1%
Hearing
6.7%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
6.8%
Independent Living
12.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Birmingham has an obesity rate of 42.2%, which is 6.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.1%, 1.4pp below the national average. About 11.2% of adults lack health insurance. 81.8% 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
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.3 mi
Callahan Eye Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callahan Eye Hospital | 1.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| University Of Alabama Hospital | 1.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Birmingham Va Medical Center | 1.3 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | Yes |
| The Children'S Hospital Of Alabama | 1.3 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
| St Vincent'S Birmingham | 2.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
44
Pop. Served
590,489
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL ALABAMA WATER SYSTEM | 585,000 | 0 |
| BLANEY FARMS S/D | 395 | 0 |
| OLDE MILL TRACE S/D | 394 | 0 |
| BLUE HOLE WATER COMPANY, INC., THE | 246 | 0 |
| KANATA MILLS S/D | 233 | 0 |
| MORNINGTON S/D | 218 | 0 |
| TWIN LAKE FARM S/D | 208 | 0 |
| CAMBERLY S/D | 203 | 0 |
| ROCKLYN SUBDIVISION PHASE 2 | 197 | 0 |
| BINGHAM WOODS MHP | 190 | 0 |
| BAKER S/D | 187 | 0 |
| BAILEY FARMS SUBDIVISION | 181 | 0 |
| ASHCROFT PARK | 175 | 0 |
| JACKSON MANOR S/D | 175 | 0 |
| FISH HAWK RANCH S/D | 171 | 0 |
| WEATHERSTONE @ OLDE FOREST S/D | 170 | 0 |
| YATES MILL ESTATES | 140 | 0 |
| SHILOH SUBDIVISION | 131 | 0 |
| STONEWOOD MANOR S/D | 127 | 0 |
| MENDENHALL S/D | 121 | 0 |
| BELLA VISTA S/D | 120 | 0 |
| MEADOW LAKE S/D | 117 | 0 |
| KNIGHT`S LANDING S/D | 117 | 0 |
| BLAWELL S/D | 96 | 0 |
| DOGWOOD ACRES MH S/D | 88 | 0 |
| KINGSTON MANOR S/D | 88 | 0 |
| PRESCOTT S/D | 80 | 0 |
| OLIVET S/D | 75 | 0 |
| THATCHER WOODS | 72 | 0 |
| LEONE LANDING | 69 | 0 |
| VERNON PLACE S/D | 64 | 0 |
| KENSINGTON PLACE S/D | 61 | 0 |
| BAILEY`S AT GLENMOOR S/D | 59 | 0 |
| SPENCER`S GROVE S/D | 59 | 0 |
| AVALYN S/D | 58 | 0 |
| AUTUMN RIDGE S/D | 56 | 0 |
| YARDLEY S/D | 56 | 0 |
| RACHEL`S LANDING | 51 | 0 |
| CARRIAGE WAY S/D | 51 | 0 |
| ARLINGTON S/D | 46 | 0 |
| CEDAR OAKS SOUTH S/D | 45 | 0 |
| ETHAN MEADOWS S/D | 43 | 0 |
| BROOK MEADOW S/D | 30 | 0 |
| ASHEBORO COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES | 26 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
6
Total CO₂e
701.2K MT
Top Emitter
AMERICAN CAST IRON PIPE CO
169.4K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
AMERICAN CAST IRON PIPE CO American Cast Iron Pipe Co | Metals | 169,390 |
Spire Alabama Spire Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 148,168 |
NEW GEORGIA LANDFILL, BIRMINGHAM City Of Birmingham Alabama | Waste | 120,325 |
SMI STEEL LLC Commercial Metals Co | Metals | 95,473 |
EASTERN AREA LANDFILL, BIRMINGHAM City Of Birmingham Alabama | Waste | 89,002 |
NUCOR STEEL BIRMINGHAM INC Nucor Corp | Metals | 78,878 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 44 water systems serving the area. 6 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 701.2K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-16% vs national
Drive Alone
74.4%
-5% vs national
Public Transit
1.3%
+48% vs national
Work From Home
8.5%
-9% vs national
Carpool
9.7%
Walk / Bike
3.8%
combined
How Birmingham's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
49
2023
6-Year Avg
46
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
13
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
34
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 43 | 49 | 0 | 13 | 1 |
| 2022 | 50 | 51 | 0 | 8 | 1 |
| 2021 | 46 | 47 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| 2020 | 41 | 44 | 7 | 9 | 1 |
| 2019 | 34 | 37 | 4 | 7 | 1 |
| 2018 | 43 | 45 | 8 | 12 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Birmingham, AL is 20 minutes, which is 16.2% below the national average of 23 minutes. 74.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.5% work from home, which is above the AL state average of 5.2%. Public transit is used by 1.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.7% of workers carpool. 3.4% walk to work. In 2023, there were 49 traffic fatalities from 43 fatal crashes. 13 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
84.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
67.6%
of households
No Internet
11.9%
of households
Total Households
88,527
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.1%
of households
Smartphone
87.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
66.2%
of households
Tablet
50.5%
of households
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
15.2¢
per kWh
-11% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
13.6¢
per kWh
+1% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.3¢
per kWh
-26% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$174
residential
+22% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
11% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Alabama averages 15.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $174. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Birmingham vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
44
Population Served
590,489
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL ALABAMA WATER SYSTEM | Community | Surface water | 585,000 | 0 |
| BLANEY FARMS S/D | Community | Ground water | 395 | 0 |
| OLDE MILL TRACE S/D | Community | Ground water | 394 | 0 |
| BLUE HOLE WATER COMPANY, INC., THE | Community | Purchased surface water | 246 | 0 |
| KANATA MILLS S/D | Community | Ground water | 233 | 0 |
| MORNINGTON S/D | Community | Ground water | 218 | 0 |
| TWIN LAKE FARM S/D | Community | Ground water | 208 | 0 |
| CAMBERLY S/D | Community | Ground water | 203 | 0 |
| ROCKLYN SUBDIVISION PHASE 2 | Community | Purchased surface water | 197 | 0 |
| BINGHAM WOODS MHP | Community | Ground water | 190 | 0 |
| BAKER S/D | Community | Ground water | 187 | 0 |
| BAILEY FARMS SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 181 | 0 |
| ASHCROFT PARK | Community | Ground water | 175 | 0 |
| JACKSON MANOR S/D | Community | Ground water | 175 | 0 |
| FISH HAWK RANCH S/D | Community | Ground water | 171 | 0 |
| WEATHERSTONE @ OLDE FOREST S/D | Community | Ground water | 170 | 0 |
| YATES MILL ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 140 | 0 |
| SHILOH SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 131 | 0 |
| STONEWOOD MANOR S/D | Community | Ground water | 127 | 0 |
| MENDENHALL S/D | Community | Ground water | 121 | 0 |
| BELLA VISTA S/D | Community | Ground water | 120 | 0 |
| MEADOW LAKE S/D | Community | Ground water | 117 | 0 |
| KNIGHT`S LANDING S/D | Community | Ground water | 117 | 0 |
| BLAWELL S/D | Community | Purchased surface water | 96 | 0 |
| DOGWOOD ACRES MH S/D | Community | Ground water | 88 | 0 |
| KINGSTON MANOR S/D | Community | Ground water | 88 | 0 |
| PRESCOTT S/D | Community | Ground water | 80 | 0 |
| OLIVET S/D | Community | Ground water | 75 | 0 |
| THATCHER WOODS | Community | Ground water | 72 | 0 |
| LEONE LANDING | Community | Ground water | 69 | 0 |
| VERNON PLACE S/D | Community | Ground water | 64 | 0 |
| KENSINGTON PLACE S/D | Community | Ground water | 61 | 0 |
| BAILEY`S AT GLENMOOR S/D | Community | Ground water | 59 | 0 |
| SPENCER`S GROVE S/D | Community | Ground water | 59 | 0 |
| AVALYN S/D | Community | Ground water | 58 | 0 |
| AUTUMN RIDGE S/D | Community | Ground water | 56 | 0 |
| YARDLEY S/D | Community | Ground water | 56 | 0 |
| RACHEL`S LANDING | Community | Ground water | 51 | 0 |
| CARRIAGE WAY S/D | Community | Ground water | 51 | 0 |
| ARLINGTON S/D | Community | Ground water | 46 | 0 |
| CEDAR OAKS SOUTH S/D | Community | Ground water | 45 | 0 |
| ETHAN MEADOWS S/D | Community | Ground water | 43 | 0 |
| BROOK MEADOW S/D | Community | Ground water | 30 | 0 |
| ASHEBORO COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 26 | 0 |
84.2% of households in Birmingham have broadband internet access. 67.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 11.9% of households have no internet access. 18.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 44 water systems, providing water to 590,489 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. Birmingham is located in Jefferson County, AL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Birmingham.
Election Overview
Source: Jefferson County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
162,112
54.6%
GOP Votes
131,123
44.2%
Total Votes
296,741
Margin
D+10.4%
Shift from 2020
R+2.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 162,112 | 131,123 | 296,741 | 54.6% | 44.2% | D+10.4 |
| 2020 | 181,688 | 138,843 | 325,848 | 55.8% | 42.6% | D+13.1 |
| 2016 | 151,581 | 130,614 | 290,111 | 52.3% | 45.0% | D+7.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Jefferson County recorded 296,741 total votes. Democrats won the county with 54.6% of the vote compared to 44.2% for Republicans, a margin of D+10.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Jefferson County has shifted 3.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2,687
Total Assets
$12.0B
Total Income
$9.5B
Per 10K Residents
134.8
nonprofits
+163.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
439
Median Assets
$453K
Oldest Active
1925
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $7.0B of $12.0B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Birmingham
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFBirmingham, AL has 2,687 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $12.0B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 324 organizations. 439 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 134.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1925.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2,499
Total Approved
$887.6M
Jobs Supported
24,185
Per 10K Residents
125.4
SBA loans
+95.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
170
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
364 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2,004
Total Amount
$636.3M
Avg Loan
$317,514
Median Loan
$133,650
SBA Guaranteed
$484.6M(76%)
Jobs Supported
16,487
Loans
495
Total Amount
$251.3M
Avg Loan
$507,659
Median Loan
$332,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
301
12% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$204.5M
23% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$679,428
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Chip Hotels Asset Group - Birmingham West Llc | 4 | $8.8M |
| Yellowhammer Salon Group Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Ridge Crest Homes Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Move & Store Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Evans Meats, L.l.c. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Birmingham Motorcycle Company Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| 50 State Farm Pkwy Property Owner Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Pharmala Specialty Pharmacy Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Cej Hospitality Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Rpm Cranes Llc | 2 | $4.9M |
Birmingham, AL has received 2,499 SBA loans totaling $887.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 2,004 loans (80% of the total), supporting 16,487 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 495 loans totaling $251.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Birmingham is PNC Bank, National Association with 364 loans. That works out to 125.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
33
Total Population
362,840
Avg Median Income
-$121,161,714
Avg Home Value
-$100,808,349
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35060 | 159 | N/A | $111,300 | N/A | 0.3 |
| 35061 | 1,633 | $52,143 | $162,500 | $1,151 | 3.8 |
| 35064 | 9,929 | $48,581 | $119,900 | $997 | 3.6 |
| 35068 | 8,437 | $70,159 | $188,400 | $1,180 | 12.3 |
| 35119 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 35181 | 69 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 35203 | 3,301 | $46,829 | $288,600 | $954 | 2.1 |
| 35204 | 9,154 | $32,880 | $81,600 | $716 | 5.0 |
| 35205 | 18,955 | $49,194 | $292,000 | $1,005 | 3.7 |
| 35206 | 15,031 | $39,051 | $122,500 | $990 | 10.1 |
| 35207 | 6,824 | $28,672 | $74,800 | $775 | 11.6 |
| 35208 | 13,660 | $37,363 | $91,900 | $951 | 3.7 |
| 35209 | 33,476 | $72,383 | $465,600 | $1,246 | 9.6 |
| 35210 | 13,878 | $72,632 | $247,600 | $1,164 | 24.9 |
| 35211 | 25,267 | $34,286 | $94,500 | $1,044 | 16.6 |
| 35212 | 10,059 | $34,565 | $210,400 | $754 | 6.2 |
| 35213 | 15,950 | $161,902 | $753,400 | $1,749 | 6.3 |
| 35214 | 16,495 | $55,478 | $149,600 | $987 | 24.8 |
| 35216 | 36,587 | $73,125 | $376,200 | $1,314 | 13.0 |
| 35217 | 12,468 | $38,769 | $113,800 | $835 | 17.7 |
| 35218 | 6,628 | $30,966 | $79,500 | $897 | 2.6 |
| 35221 | 3,127 | $39,750 | $72,600 | $1,012 | 3.7 |
| 35222 | 8,184 | $91,964 | $374,600 | $1,086 | 3.9 |
| 35223 | 10,665 | $155,079 | $744,400 | $1,372 | 8.4 |
| 35224 | 5,409 | $46,401 | $81,600 | $1,063 | 16.2 |
| 35226 | 37,693 | $126,053 | $387,100 | $1,467 | 17.7 |
| 35228 | 10,575 | $50,147 | $79,200 | $1,080 | 4.4 |
| 35229 | 2,603 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 35233 | 3,236 | $52,207 | $332,100 | $1,526 | 1.5 |
| 35234 | 3,828 | $23,804 | $77,700 | $783 | 3.4 |
| 35243 | 17,776 | $99,063 | $484,400 | $1,632 | 12.5 |
| 35249 | 28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 35254 | 1,756 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
Birmingham, AL has 33 ZIP codes with a combined population of 362,840. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$121,161,714. The average median home value is -$100,808,349. The average median monthly rent is -$121,211,220.
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