Huntsville

AL

Madison County, Alabama

Population 406K |Median income $86,499 |3 hospitals

Population
405,718
Madison County
Median Income
$86,499
+27% vs avg
Median Home Value
$299,200
+31% vs avg
Median Age
38.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
406K+20%
Median Income
$86,499+48%
Median Home Value
$299,200+82%
Poverty Rate
10.1%-21%
Unemployment
3.6%-64%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,209/mo
Poverty Rate
10.1% -29% vs avg
Unemployment 3.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 46.4%
Work From Home 15.1%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 63%
African American 23.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%
Asian 2.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.9%
High Blood Pressure
38.6%
Short Sleep Duration
37.5%
Physical Inactivity
22.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.5%
Binge Drinking
14.6%
Diabetes
12.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.8%
Current Smoking
11.8%
Current Asthma
9.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.3%
Dental Visit 63.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.8%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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0
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2
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0
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
HUNTSVILLE HOSPITAL
HUNTSVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
CRESTWOOD MEDICAL CENTER
HUNTSVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Huntsville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Huntsville, AL? ▼
Huntsville, AL has a population of 405,718 people, located in Madison County, Alabama.
What is the median household income in Huntsville? ▼
The median household income in Huntsville, AL is $86,499 per year. The poverty rate is 10.1%.
What is the median home value in Huntsville? ▼
The median home value in Huntsville, AL is $299,200. Median rent is $1,209/month.
What are the top health concerns in Huntsville? ▼
The top health indicators in Huntsville include Obesity (39.9%), High Blood Pressure (38.6%), Short Sleep Duration (37.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Huntsville? ▼
Huntsville has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Huntsville? ▼
The median age in Huntsville, AL is 38.2 years. 46.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Huntsville, AL is located in Madison County, Alabama. With a population of 406K and a median household income of $86,499, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Huntsville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Madison County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.