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Birmingham, AL
Birmingham · Jefferson County · AL 35209
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Birmingham, Homewood
Good for now
Verdict
$436K
Median Price
6/100
Walk Score
6.8/10
Schools
30 min
to Downtown Birmingham
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
C+Schools
68/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
6/100
WYLT Score55/100
Our Take
This neighborhood offers solid school options and a reasonable median home price, but you’ll need a car for most errands. Crime is moderate and the commute to downtown is longer than you might like. If you’re comfortable driving, it can work.
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The Good
- ✓Median home price around $436k—competitive for the area
- ✓Strong public schools with several rated 9/10
- ✓Low flood risk (flood zone X)
- ✓Quiet suburban feel
Real Talk
- !Walk score is only 6—almost all errands require a car
- !Transit score is minimal; bus service is sparse
- !Commute to downtown Birmingham can take 30+ minutes
- !Crime rates in the surrounding area are moderate, so keep an eye on local reports
- $Higher property tax rates in Alabama
- $Potential for hail damage insurance premiums
- $Limited public transportation options could add time to your commute
Best For
suburban familiesstudents attending local schoolsmoderate-income householdspeople who drive
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Birmingham, AL
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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