Town
Tuscaloosa
- grade A minusOverall Grade
- Town in Alabama
- Rating 3.61 out of 5 302 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade B
- Crime & Safetygrade C
- Housinggrade C+
- Nightlifegrade A
- Good for Familiesgrade B
- Diversitygrade A
- Jobsgrade B minus
- Weathergrade B
- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Health & Fitnessgrade B
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade B+
- Commutegrade A minus
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$178,900
National
$217,500Median Rent
$844
National
$1,062Area 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 and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault316.4national 282.7
- Murder4.9national 6.1
- Rape46.2national 40.7
- Robbery137.6national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary739.9national 500.1
- Theft3,289national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft309.5national 284
Residents
Working in Tuscaloosa
Jobs
grade B minus
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$45,268
National
$62,843Top Public Schools Serving Tuscaloosa
- grade A minus
Tuscaloosa Magnet School - Middle School
- Rating 5 out of 5 1 review
- grade A minus
Northridge High School
- Rating 3.6 out of 5 154 reviews
- grade A minus
Tuscaloosa Magnet School - Elementary School
- Rating 4.57 out of 5 7 reviews
- grade A minus
Rock Quarry Elementary School
- grade A minus
Verner Elementary School
Top Private Schools in Tuscaloosa
- grade A+
Tuscaloosa Academy
- Rating 3.79 out of 5 43 reviews
- grade A
Holy Spirit Catholic School
- Rating 4.11 out of 5 44 reviews
- grade B+
American Christian Academy
- Rating 3.93 out of 5 87 reviews
- grade C+
North River Christian Academy
- Rating 4 out of 5 13 reviews
- grade A+
The Capitol School
- Rating 4.51 out of 5 256 reviews
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Tuscaloosa Reviews
Rating 3.61 out of 5 302 reviews
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Tuscaloosa is a very know town because of the Legendary school: The University of Alabama, where Legends and Champions are made! Population is 103,369 as of 2020. Overall there's a lot to do from canoeing at the lake, various restaurants/bars, and the parks are family-friendly. It's mostly full of young college students and/or professionals pursuing their careers.
Tuscaloosa is a great college town. Since moving here, I have discovered countless memorable places from adorable diners to incredible night life. When it comes to living expenses, some places are pretty expensive, but there are plenty of affordable apartments, houses for rent, and grocery stores. The Strip is one of my favorite places in town, with good food and a close proximity to the university's campus!
Tuscaloosa is such an awesome city! The city has been thriving with the University, and it is the perfect environment for college students. There is always something going on, something new headed to town, and someone wanting to hang out. The only downside is the traffic, but you are bound to find that in a city of this size, especially on game days. It is truly a surreal environment. It is a relatively safe city and has awesome outdoor environments to explore.