Living in Blount County, Alabama

Blount County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 57,673, part of the Birmingham-Hoover, AL MSA metro area. The main communities are Oneonta, Blountsville, Cleveland.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,837/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $221K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 55°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Blount County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.