Helena, AL
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Helena, Alabama Summary
Life in Helena research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Helena over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Helena:
The population in Helena is 20,680.
The median home value in Helena is $227,800.
The median income in Helena is $96,173.
The cost of living in Helena is 102 which is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Helena is $1,101.
The unemployment rate in Helena is 2.7%.
The poverty rate in Helena is 4.8%.
Table Of Contents
Helena SnackAbility
7
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
9/10
Housing
8.5
Affordability
8.5
Diversity
8.5
Safety
N/A
Amenities
8
Education
9
Commute
4
Helena, AL Cost Of Living
102
Helena's Overall Cost Of Living
Helena's Overall Cost Of Living
1.0x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Helena | Alabama | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 102 | 90 | 100 | |
| Services | 100 | 98 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 94 | 98 | 100 | |
| Health | 93 | 92 | 100 | |
| Housing | 109 | 73 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 95 | 91 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 100 | 103 | 100 | |
Helena, AL Photos
Source: Wikipedia User Civilengtiger | GFDL
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Source: Wikipedia User Civilengtiger | GFDL
Source: Public Domain
Source: Public Domain
Source: Wikipedia User Civilengtiger | GFDL
Source: Wikipedia User Civilengtiger | GFDL
Rankings for Helena in Alabama
Map Of Helena, AL
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Population over time in Helena
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 18,631 | 4.3% |
| 2020 | 17,861 | -0.4% |
| 2019 | 17,928 | 1.7% |
| 2018 | 17,630 | 0.2% |
| 2017 | 17,589 | 5.0% |
| 2016 | 16,752 | -1.2% |
| 2015 | 16,956 | 2.7% |
| 2014 | 16,504 | 3.0% |
| 2013 | 16,018 | 3.6% |
| 2012 | 15,463 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Helena
| Race | Helena | AL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 72.8% | 64.9% | 59.4% |
| African American | 17.1% | 26.3% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 1.3% | 1.4% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 5.0% | 2.3% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 2.7% | 4.5% | 18.4% |
Gender in Helena
| Gender | Helena | AL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.0% | 51.4% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.0% | 48.6% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Helena for adults over 25
| Education | Helena | AL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 9.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 17.0% | 30.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 24.0% | 21.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 33.0% | 17.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Helena, Alabama
| Income | Helena | AL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.4% | 7.4% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.3% | 5.5% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.2% | 10.3% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.1% | 10.0% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.9% | 13.0% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.9% | 17.3% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 17.0% | 12.1% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 27.0% | 13.8% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.2% | 5.6% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 11.9% | 5.1% | 9.5% |
