Tuscaloosa
- Town in Alabama
Town
Tuscaloosa
- grade B+Overall Grade
- Town in Alabama
- Rating 3.59 out of 5 335 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade B
- Crime & Safetygrade C minus
- Housinggrade C+
- Nightlifegrade A
- Good for Familiesgrade B
- Diversitygrade A
- Jobsgrade C+
- Weathergrade B
- Cost of Livinggrade B minus
- Health & Fitnessgrade B minus
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade B+
- Commutegrade A minus
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$228,300
National
$281,900Median Rent
$980
National
$1,268Area Feel
Dense Suburban
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Tuscaloosa Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C minus
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault540.1national 282.7
- Murder11.8national 6.1
- Rape26.7national 40.7
- Robbery59.2national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary351.5national 500.1
- Theft2,282.8national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft247.8national 284
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Working in Tuscaloosa
Jobs
grade C+
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$47,257
National
$75,149Top Public Schools Serving Tuscaloosa
- grade A minus
Tuscaloosa Magnet School - Middle School
- Rating 5 out of 5 1 review
- grade A minus
Tuscaloosa Magnet School - Elementary School
- Rating 4.57 out of 5 7 reviews
- grade A minus
Northridge High School
- Rating 3.66 out of 5 172 reviews
- grade A minus
Rock Quarry Elementary School
- grade A minus
Verner Elementary School
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Tuscaloosa Reviews
Rating 3.59 out of 5 335 reviews
There is nothing here for people who are over 20 or want more out of life than megachurches and BBQ places. People reviewing this town positively are here for college, which is great when you can live your entire life on campus around vibrant, interesting people. The town itself is a dump the further you drive from campus... and you will have to drive everywhere. Sidewalks exist but no one uses them because they start and end absolutely nowhere. Any time an interesting business pops up, it's gone within a year and replaced with yet another chicken finger place or gigantic carwash. Anyone with any taste or personality must leave for better, larger towns to make friends or find some novelty. The people who live in town are bizarro Stepford families or losers who lack the motivation and grit to leave. The men are either lead poisoned yokels or pastel polo wearing overgrown frat boys. There's no intermingling between races, students and townies, or even different economic backgrounds.
My time in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, was a transformative experience. From the vibrant campus life at the University of Alabama to the rich history and culture of the city, every moment was filled with opportunity and discovery. Despite facing challenges, I embraced the spirit of resilience and community that defines Tuscaloosa, leaving with a deep sense of personal growth and gratitude for the memories made.
Although I haven't been in Tuscaloosa for long, I've already had a great experience. The people, nightlife, shopping, and restaurants have all been excellent. Everything is very accessible and nearby.