Vestavia Hills

Vestavia Hills, Alabama Overview

Vestavia Hills ranks #2 of 20 cities in Alabama, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 64.0/100. The city stands out in Safety (96/100) and Economy (86/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Vestavia Hills

Vestavia Hills’s median household income of $129,171 is 117% above the Alabama median of $59,613, and its 2.3% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 2.7%.

Safety in Vestavia Hills

Vestavia Hills’s violent crime rate of 76.6 per 100,000 is well below both the Alabama rate of 424 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 873.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Vestavia Hills

The median home value is $494,500. Median monthly rent is $1,455. Renters spend 13.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Vestavia Hills

The adult obesity rate in Vestavia Hills is 29.1% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.5%. Residents average 13.8 poor mental health days per month. Alabama ranks #46 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Vestavia Hills

Vestavia Hills’s high school graduation rate of 96% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 14.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,810. The city has 7 public schools serving 5,304 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Vestavia Hills

Vestavia Hills enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 64.3°F. Summers average 78.8°F. Winters average 50.8°F. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The average commute of 17.3 minutes is notably short.

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