Livability Score

64
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (1) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (0) F
Food and Drink (18) F
Hamburger Heaven
Fast Food
Jack's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Grateful Donuts
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Chick-fil-A
Fast Food
Jack's
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Milo's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Yogurt Mountain
Sweets
Panera Bread
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Walmart Deli
Deli
Checkers
Fast Food
Zaxby's
Fast Food
Fitness (0) F
Groceries (4) F
Foodland
Grocery Store
Publix Super Market at Magnolia City Place
Grocery Store
Walmart Bakery
Bakery
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Parks (6) F
McDonald's PlayPlace
Playground
Chatham Private Park
Park
Private Park
Park
Wildcat Stadium
Park
Black Creek Park
Park
Shops (6) F
Dollar General
Discount Store
Verizon Wireless
Electronics
RaceTrac
Convenience Store
AT&T
Electronics
Pet Supermarket
Pets
Dollar General
Discount Store
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 0.0% take public transportation in Gardendale.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations
F
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.0%
F
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cost of living B+

The cost of living in Gardendale is 99/100 - which is 12% higher than Alabama.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
B-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
F
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crime C-

Gardendale crime rates are 2,532 per 100k, which is 18% higher than Alabama
Property Crime
2,171 crimes per 100k
D+
Violent Crime
362 crimes per 100k
C-
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employment A+

The median income in Gardendale is $75,170 - which is 68% higher than Alabama.
Med. Household Income
$75,170
B
Unemployment Rate
1.8%
A+
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health F

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (9)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
F
Gardendale Fire & Rescue
Fire Station
Gardendale Police Dept
Police
Clark Holmes Smith Oral Facial Surgery
Dentist
Gardendale Health Mart and Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Aspen Dental
Dentist
UAB Freestanding ER
Hospital
Walmart Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Jefferson County Sheriff Office
Police
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
F
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housing A+

Gardendale home prices are $184,200 - which is 43% higher than Alabama
Home Price
$184,200
B
Home Appreciation Rate
14%
A-
Home Affordability
2.5x (home price to income ratio)
A+
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schools C

The Gardendale graduation rate is 89% - which is 12% higher than Alabama
School Test Scores
48%
F
High School Grad. Rates
89%
B
Elementary Schools (8) F
Gardendale Christian Academy
Snow Rogers Elementary School
Tabernacle Christian School
Gfbc Education Programs/Day School
Child Count Only
Child Enrichment Center
Gardendale Elementary School
Bragg Middle School
Fultondale High School
Mount Olive Elementary School
High Schools (2) F
Tabernacle Christian School
Gardendale High School
Fultondale High School
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ratings A+

Gardendale has an overall rating of 86% from 5 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes
A+
User Surveys (4)
From AreaVibes
A-
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Gardendale Area Facts

  • Gardendale has a Livability Score of 64/100, which is considered average
  • Gardendale crime rates are 18% higher than the Alabama average
  • Cost of living in Gardendale is 12% higher than the Alabama average
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Something New Every Night! 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 23, 2018) One of the best experiences I have had while living in Gardendale was the amazing amount of opportunities and friends made in just these past couple years. It wasn't hard to find work shortly after settling down, even though I had just recently graduated with my Bachelors. I had ...Read More a pretty easy time finding my apartment too, only after a couple months of searching dozens of ideal spots.

Me and my friends have had a lot of good times enjoying the city itself as well. There's just so much to do in terms of having fun. Top Golf has become a standard Friday night plan that I personally look forward to every day during the week. If we're not missing every shot at the driving range, then we can usually be found grabbing a bite to eat. With some of the best restaurants in Gardendale on just about every block, it's any wonder how I can still fit into my jeans.

The hot weather can be a little overbearing at times though, especially during the summer. Temperatures can hit 80 on average with it hardly ever raining. Knowing the neighborhoods in a must! Some parts of Atlanta can be a little sketchy, so it's important to get around and explore. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Gardendale? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      McDonald's PlayPlace
      Chatham Private Park
      Private Park
      Wildcat Stadium
      Black Creek Park

      Entertainment

      Food & Drink

      Hamburger Heaven
      Jack's
      McDonald's
      Grateful Donuts
      Burger King
      Dairy Queen
      Chick-fil-A
      Jack's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Gardendale? Of all people who commute, 0.0% take public transportation in Gardendale.
      Drive to Work
      88%

      11% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      B- Health & Safety

      Is Gardendale a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      UAB Freestanding ER

      Pharmacies

      Gardendale Health Mart and Pharmacy
      Walmart Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors