Living in Talladega County, Alabama

Talladega County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 80,862. The main communities are Oxford, Talladega, Sylacauga.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,033/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $179K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 56°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Talladega County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.