RANK #758 / 996 · POP 91,719 · AL
PROJECTED GROWTH: -0.3%
St. Clair County, Alabama, distinguishes itself with two county seats, Ashville and Pell City, a rare feature shared by only one other county in Alabama and 32 others nationwide. Located in north-central Alabama at the southern tip of the Appalachian Mountains, the county offers a blend of wooded mountains, quiet valleys, and streams. Its eastern edge is defined by the Coosa River, featuring Neely Henry and Logan Martin Lakes, which provide opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports. Interstate 59 and Interstate 20 traverse the county, offering commutes to nearby Birmingham and Atlanta. The community maintains a small-town feel, with towns like Springville preserving historic charm.
Life in St. Clair County often involves a balance of suburban and rural living, with many residents owning their homes. The county's public schools are rated above average, with the St. Clair County School District serving over 9,500 students across 20 schools. Recent economic developments include a new commerce park in Springville, expected to create over 1,000 jobs, and expansions by companies like Allied Mineral Products in Pell City. The county's economy is also supported by sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and retail.
Overvalued relative to economy
Below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing looks overvalued at 7.7x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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St. Clair County has a Boom Town Index score of 24/100, ranking #758 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +4.1% and a median household income of $73,218, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in St. Clair County is $202,000 with median rent at $1,044/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3625, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.4% year-over-year. Job growth: +4.1%. Home values changed +1.1% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.4% of St. Clair County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.