Alabaster, Alabama
- StateAlabama
- CountyShelby
- Population33,346
A growing southern suburb of Birmingham, Alabaster is popular for its affordability, safety, good school system, and the largest medical facility in Shelby County—Shelby Baptist Medical Center. It’s also just a 30-minute commute from Birmingham’s strong job market in health care and educational services.
The typical house sells for $266,635, per Attom, much lower than what is typical across the country. And the Alabaster City Schools district is highly rated, boasting a 97% high school graduation rate.
Alabaster also has plenty to offer in the way of recreational activities. The 940-acre Oak Mountain State Park is Alabama’s largest and just a 10-minute drive away for hikers, bikers, and campers. The nearby Cahaba River is great for canoeing or fishing, with more than 135 fish species. In the city itself, there are a number of green spaces, such as Veterans Park and Buck Creek Park, offering everything from softball fields to walking trails.
There’s also a senior center with plenty of activities for retirees, like excursions, volunteer opportunities, and health and exercise programs. The city hosts several events throughout the year for residents of all ages, including a Christmas parade and CityFest, an outdoor music festival.
Town Information
| Median sale price for single family residences (2022) | $266,635 |
| Median household income | $88,792 |
| Racial and ethnic makeup of current residents | Asian: 1.2%, Black: 15.8%, Hispanic: 12.5%, White: 67.6% |
| Racial and ethnic makeup of U.S. | Asian: 5.9%, Black: 12.3%, Hispanic: 19.7%, White: 61.2% |
| High school district graduation rate (averages of districts were applied when necessary) | 97% |
| Number of hospitals within 25 miles recommended by over 50% of patients | 7 |
| Number of above-average nursing homes within 50 miles, per 100,000 households | 21 |
| Sharecare Community Well-Being Index Score (out of 100) | 58 |
| Financial Well-Being Index Score (out of 100) | 62 |