City vs city
Athens, AL vs Birmingham, AL
| Athens | Birmingham | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 27,474 | 199,322 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 4.9% | -0.6% |
| Median home value | $253,700 | $138,600 |
| Median rent | $834 | $1,047 |
| Household income | $65,000 | $44,376 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% | 6.1% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 21% | 18% |
| State crime /100k | 1,854 | 1,854 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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