2019 Best Places to Raise a Family in AlabamaAbout this List

Madison

• Town in Alabama
• 174

Current Resident: Overall, my experience in Madison is very good. I lived in Madison for 12+ years and this town grew tremendously. Career-wise, this town is popularly known for engineering, computing, logistics field, medical job opportunities. The public schools have a great and advanced education system. Also, it's very safe, diverse, and friendly based on my experience. There are so many restaurants, buildings, nature trails, etc that are provided in this town. It's safe and friendly. If you need to take your kids out somewhere then there is a TopGolf, skating rinks, trampoline park, etc.
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• 47,079 Population

Vestavia Hills

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 31

Current Resident: It's my hometown! I love it because there is a small-town atmosphere but it's also close to a larger city with plenty of good music, sports and entertainment.
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• 34,003 Population

Homewood

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 50

Former Resident: My experience at Homewood has been nothing but the best! I was raised in Homewood and went to Homewood City Schools for the majority of my life. The teachers at Homewood want nothing but the best for their students. They go the long mile to provide an environment of learning that enables students to be individuals of their own. Homewood is a family oriented community. They strive to do their best to keep the community going. The community has fundraisers, events, and foundations to give back to the city. As a senior in college finishing up my last semester, I appreciate the people who have raised and helped me achieve my overall success!
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• 25,678 Population

Mountain Brook

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 20

Current Resident: Love it! It has been a great community to grow up in, especially living in Crestline. As a kid growing up, I was able to spend most of my time playing in the neighborhood with neighborhood friends. The schools and teachers are exceptional. I am fortunate to have been able to attend a school that strives to prepare you for college. Mountain Brook is a great place to raise your family!
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• 20,438 Population

Hoover

• Town in Alabama
• 161

Current Resident: Hoover has been a wonderful place to live, as I have lived here for over 2 years now! I came to Hoover after living on 280, where my apartment was involved in a fire, and so I was in search of a new apartment. My spouse and I was very pleased to find Ridge Crossings Apartments, and it was even better that they were in our price range. We have enjoyed being closer to our college campus, Sam's, and many more place we enjoy eating at. And the traffic is much better than 280!
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• 84,150 Population

Meadowbrook

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 7

Niche User: Crime is not a major concern in this area. There are police that live throughout the neighborhood, and they can be seen riding through the neighborhood during the day.
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• 9,115 Population

Indian Springs Village

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 6

Nearby Resident: There is not much nightlife but the cost of living, safety, public school, family friendliness, and diversity is all pretty good.
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• 2,578 Population

Auburn

• Town in Alabama
• 191

Current Resident: I think Auburn is a very involved city. With it being the home of the Auburn tigers, there is a lot of involvement with college sports. Auburn has such a great selection of restaurants, local shops, and family friendly fun. Rather you’re there for a game, or there for a visit, you’re guaranteed a good time!
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• 61,462 Population

Helena

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 76

Current Resident: I have absolutely loved living in Helena. It's such a great place. Friendly neighbors, quiet and safe. Everything is relatively close by!
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• 17,928 Population

Point Clear

• Town in Alabama

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• 2,761 Population

Chelsea

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 31

Current Resident: Love Chelsea! Great community and unity! It's thriving and constantly growing to adapt to its booming life.
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• 12,199 Population

Calera

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 28

Current Resident: The community always comes together for high school football games and for Calera Goes Pink in the month of October. My favorite thing about Calera is that in October, which is breast cancer awareness month, we raise thousands of dollars each year to donate. It brings the community together and unites us for a great cause.
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• 13,216 Population

Trussville

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 58

Former Resident: I lived in Trussville for over 10 years. The school systems are amazing with great resources for children. The neighborhoods are beautiful and safe for families of all ages. The local police department is dependable for security. The only thing I would like to see change is the main roads and highways in town. There tends to be heavy congestion on the small, but major, roads that go through the heart of Trussville.
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• 21,145 Population

Fairhope

• Town in Alabama
• 40

Current Resident: This quaint town was an amazing place to grow up. So many safe and fantastic memories were created at Fairhope Pier, located on Mobile Bay, i.e.special school events, ie Homecoming, Prom, sports. I was given so much freedom in my teen years because my parents knew that whatever I was doing, I'd be safe and looked after by "the whole village". Fairhope is beautiful, safe and friendly!
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• 19,561 Population

Pelham

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 51

Current Resident: I have called Pelham home for 21 years now, and I have always loved growing up here. It's a large town with a great community that strives to make our area better everyday. It is situated far enough from Birmingham that you can avoid the hustle-and-bustle of downtown, but it's just a quick 15-20 minute drive on I-65 N if you want to experience the city. Pelham has grown tremendously over the last few years, but it still hasn't lost its small-town charm!
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• 22,941 Population

Alabaster

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
• 83

Current Resident: From the grocery stores to the football games, there will always be people you know in Alabaster. Each of these citizens go beyond their expectations to give to the community, whether it be organizing a food drive to help the poor, bringing in local pumpkins at the church down the road, or giving out Halloween candy to the little pirates and princesses that appear at their doorway. The Alabaster community is also a big believer in family friendly festivals, Christmas spirit, the arts, and local business awareness. Each year, Alabaster has hosted City Fest, a music and arts festival for the whole family. Children enjoy long hours at the event's bouncy castles and obstacle courses, while adults kick back and chew on some well-deserved goodies. At night, the lights go down and the stage lights up as world-renowned musicians provide a free concert to the community. I am grateful that my community provides more for me than I could possibly imagine, and I hope to never leave.
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• 32,567 Population

Harvest

• Town in Alabama
• 29

Current Resident: I have lived in Harvest 3 years and have enjoyed every single day. Fantastic schools that are innovative and welcoming. Peaceful, neighborly, and wrapped in the serene beauty of rural landscapes. This is my new home and I love it as much as if I had grown up here. This little town offers no night life, but is so very close to the cultural richness of Huntsville, that this is not a big liability. Easy commute to the most robust job markets in the state.
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• 5,839 Population

Brook Highland

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL
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• 6,748 Population

Muscle Shoals

• Town in Alabama
• 39

Current Resident: Muscle Shoals, Alabama is a beautiful and close community. With Fame Studios, deep musical history, and breathtaking views, Muscle Shoals brings a history of music, landscape, and nature.
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• 13,701 Population

Spanish Fort

• Town in Alabama
• 23

Current Resident: I came to the area to complete my Nursing program at University of South Alabama. Spanish Fort is central to Fairhope where the Nursing campus is located and Mobile, where the main campus is located. There is a variety of places to eat, including fast food and dine in restaurants. In Spanish Fort you are just a short distance to Gulf Shores, or the beaches in Florida. You can feel the vibe of a small town but know that if you crave more city life it is down the street. There is also a nice shopping center and movie theater. I am very happy living in Spanish Fort, Alabama.
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• 8,017 Population

Blue Ridge

• Town in Alabama

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• B

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• 1,603 Population

Brantleyville

• Suburb of Birmingham, AL

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• 1,015 Population

Huntsville

• City in Alabama
• 608

Current Resident: I've lived in Huntsville for 13 years, I've seen it grow for over a decade into a large, almost metropolis type area. This is a great place for engineering, computer science, and various other technical type jobs due to attractions and various companies. The economy and population is booming. It's a pretty diverse place and not like most other areas in the South.

There's such a wide variety of restaurants, stores, and places to be! Bridge Street, Providence, and anywhere along Highway 72 from Madison to Huntsville has a plethora of stuff to do and diverse places to eat. Sometimes it's choose just once place to go out.

Huntsville is a much safer place than many other cities I can list and is full of opportunity. Definitely family friendly and has a low cost of living.

I do wish there weren't such a dense population sometimes, it's a very busy area. Sometimes I'd like to see more metropolitan works come up, and see how much the community and city as a whole can grow further.
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• 190,501 Population

Florence

• Town in Alabama
• 104

Current Resident: It's always been a pleasure to be in Florence! The city is easy to navigate and there are plenty or areas to enjoy. There's also plenty of housing and job opportunities for people looking for a place to live. For visitors, there are plenty of sights such as the University of North Alabama or the Regency Square Mall to shop for souvenirs!
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• 39,824 Population

Hartselle

• Town in Alabama
• 31

Nearby Resident: Welcome to the city Hartselle! Hartselle, Alabama is great! It has so many great quality's. Like sweet hospitality everywhere you go. They have many different schooling options such as, public an or private schools. You will always fill safe here! There is no hard crime, you just better not speed! There is nightlife, just teenagers running the roads to friends houses that's about it. It's not a really tourist stop so therefore, Hartselle really doesn't have a nightlife. We apply good healthy living and many jobs opportunities for just about anyone. Hartselle is a great southern place to visit. So, come and enjoy a laid back simple life.
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• 14,395 Population