Vestavia Hills, AL
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Vestavia Hills Overview
38,600
TOTAL POPULATION
18,545
MALE POPULATION
20,055
FEMALE POPULATION
92.47
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.14
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$68,777
PER CAPITA INCOME
$167,346
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$127,582
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
19,816
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Vestavia Hills Area Codes
Race in Vestavia Hills
The most populous races in Vestavia Hills are White / Caucasian (33,375 | 86.5%), Black / African American (2,080 | 5.4%), and Asian (1,908 | 4.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1,908 | 4.9% |
| Black / African American | 2,080 | 5.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 16 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 903 | 2.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 50 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 33,375 | 86.5% |
| Two or more Races | 888 | 2.3% |
| Some other Race | 283 | 0.7% |
| Total | 38,600 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Vestavia Hills
The most populous ancestries reported in Vestavia Hills are English (6,930 | 17.9%), American (5,419 | 14.0%), German (3,975 | 10.3%), Irish (3,221 | 8.3%), and Scottish (1,611 | 4.2%), together accounting for 54.8% of all Vestavia Hills residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 268 | 0.7% |
| Albanian | 32 | 0.1% |
| American | 5,419 | 14.0% |
| Arab | 666 | 1.7% |
| Argentinean | 30 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 62 | 0.2% |
| Barbadian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 251 | 0.6% |
| Bhutanese | 100 | 0.3% |
| Blackfeet | 30 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 50 | 0.1% |
| British | 541 | 1.4% |
| Burmese | 179 | 0.5% |
| Cajun | 8 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 95 | 0.3% |
| Celtic | 102 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 134 | 0.4% |
| Central American Indian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 105 | 0.3% |
| Choctaw | 8 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 52 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 7 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 10 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 43 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 38 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 29 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 47 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 155 | 0.4% |
| Eastern European | 33 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 57 | 0.2% |
| Egyptian | 106 | 0.3% |
| English | 6,930 | 17.9% |
| European | 969 | 2.5% |
| Filipino | 6 | 0.0% |
| French | 919 | 2.4% |
| French Canadian | 48 | 0.1% |
| German | 3,975 | 10.3% |
| Greek | 116 | 0.3% |
| Guatemalan | 83 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 44 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 64 | 0.2% |
| Icelander | 47 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 660 | 1.7% |
| Iranian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 3,221 | 8.3% |
| Italian | 1,355 | 3.5% |
| Jamaican | 73 | 0.2% |
| Jordanian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 124 | 0.3% |
| Laotian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 314 | 0.8% |
| Lithuanian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 144 | 0.4% |
| New Zealander | 9 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 43 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 137 | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 12 | 0.0% |
| Palestinian | 149 | 0.4% |
| Peruvian | 41 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 328 | 0.9% |
| Puerto Rican | 293 | 0.8% |
| Russian | 306 | 0.8% |
| Scandinavian | 48 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 800 | 2.1% |
| Scottish | 1,611 | 4.2% |
| Slavic | 57 | 0.2% |
| Slovak | 7 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 32 | 0.1% |
| South American | 180 | 0.5% |
| Spaniard | 60 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lankan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 273 | 0.7% |
| Swedish | 268 | 0.7% |
| Swiss | 161 | 0.4% |
| Syrian | 29 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 875 | 2.3% |
| Vietnamese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 186 | 0.5% | View All 78 Rows |
Immigrants in Vestavia Hills
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Vestavia Hills came from Asia (1,259 | 3.3%), South Central Asia (555 | 1.4%), Eastern Asia (531 | 1.4%), India (453 | 1.2%), and China (384 | 1.0%), together accounting for 8.2% of all Vestavia Hills residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 268 | 0.7% |
| Argentina | 25 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 1,259 | 3.3% |
| Bangladesh | 38 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 22 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 124 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 120 | 0.3% |
| China | 384 | 1.0% |
| Colombia | 24 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakia | 9 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 105 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 531 | 1.4% |
| Eastern Europe | 132 | 0.3% |
| Egypt | 6 | 0.0% |
| England | 11 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 324 | 0.8% |
| France | 11 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 95 | 0.3% |
| Guatemala | 42 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 46 | 0.1% |
| Hungary | 11 | 0.0% |
| India | 453 | 1.2% |
| Indonesia | 7 | 0.0% |
| Israel | 30 | 0.1% |
| Italy | 20 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 26 | 0.1% |
| Jordan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 90 | 0.2% |
| Korea | 121 | 0.3% |
| Kuwait | 6 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 253 | 0.7% |
| Mexico | 32 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 6 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 50 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 19 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 64 | 0.2% |
| Peru | 62 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 71 | 0.2% |
| Russia | 43 | 0.1% |
| Scotland | 22 | 0.1% |
| Sierra Leone | 157 | 0.4% |
| South America | 133 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 555 | 1.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 87 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 36 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 16 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 25 | 0.1% |
| Uganda | 15 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 8 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 9 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 157 | 0.4% |
| Western Asia | 39 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 106 | 0.3% | View All 53 Rows |
Sex and Age in Vestavia Hills
Sex and Age in Vestavia Hills
The most populous age groups in Vestavia Hills are 15 to 19 Years (1,665 | 9.0%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (1,684 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,111 (6.0%) | 995 (5.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,396 (7.5%) | 1,455 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,242 (6.7%) | 1,513 (7.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,665 (9.0%) | 1,015 (5.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 801 (4.3%) | 812 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 845 (4.6%) | 1,056 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,313 (7.1%) | 1,019 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,370 (7.4%) | 1,684 (8.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,021 (5.5%) | 1,124 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,418 (7.6%) | 1,550 (7.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,193 (6.4%) | 1,303 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,012 (5.5%) | 1,258 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,307 (7.0%) | 1,250 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 766 (4.1%) | 1,326 (6.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 848 (4.6%) | 753 (3.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 441 (2.4%) | 630 (3.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 405 (2.2%) | 505 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 391 (2.1%) | 807 (4.0%) |
| Total | 18,545 (100.0%) | 20,055 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Vestavia Hills
Median Family Size in Vestavia Hills
The median family size in Vestavia Hills is 3.05 persons per family, with married-couple families (9,233 | 85.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (256 | 2.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.37 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 9,233 (85.7%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 256 (2.4%) | 2.37 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,284 (11.9%) | 2.53 |
| Total Families | 10,773 (100.0%) | 3.05 |
Median Household Size in Vestavia Hills
The median household size in Vestavia Hills is 2.53 persons per household, with married-couple households (9,233 | 60.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.14 persons per household. non-family households (4,422 | 29.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 9,233 (60.8%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 256 (1.7%) | 2.53 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,284 (8.5%) | 2.70 |
| Non-family | 4,422 (29.1%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 15,195 (100.0%) | 2.53 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Vestavia Hills
Out of a total of 15,195 households in Vestavia Hills, 10,773 (70.9%) are family households, while 4,422 (29.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,728, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,830.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,830 (25.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,728 (31.1%) | 427 (2.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,190 (14.4%) | 135 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,658 (17.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,029 (6.8%) | 30 (0.2%) |
| 6-Person Households | 158 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 10 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,773 (70.9%) | 4,422 (29.1%) |
Female Fertility in Vestavia Hills
Fertility by Age in Vestavia Hills
Average fertility rate in Vestavia Hills is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 126.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 72.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 364 (72.4%) | 126.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 139 (27.6%) | 29.0 |
| Total | 503 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Vestavia Hills
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 364 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 139 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 503 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Vestavia Hills
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 13 (2.6%) | 30.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 23 (4.6%) | 16.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 277 (55.1%) | 81.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 190 (37.8%) | 78.0 |
| Total | 503 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Vestavia Hills
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 277 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 190 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 503 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Vestavia Hills
Income Overview in Vestavia Hills
Per Capita Income in Vestavia Hills is $68,777, while median incomes of families and households are $167,346 and $127,582 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 38,600 | $68,777 |
| Median Family Income | 10,773 | $167,346 |
| Mean Family Income | 10,773 | $211,556 |
| Median Household Income | 15,195 | $127,582 |
| Mean Household Income | 15,195 | $175,935 |
| Income Deficit | 10,773 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 38,600 | 32.30% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 38,600 | 67.70¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 38,600 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Vestavia Hills
Average Earnings in Vestavia Hills are $66,289, $81,900 for men and $55,443 for women, a difference of 32.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 10,994 (53.1%) | $81,900 |
| Female | 9,714 (46.9%) | $55,443 |
| Total | 20,708 (100.0%) | $66,289 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Vestavia Hills
The most common earnings brackets in Vestavia Hills are $100,000+ for men (4,566 | 41.5%) and $100,000+ for women (2,140 | 22.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 411 (3.7%) | 385 (4.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 332 (3.0%) | 306 (3.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 209 (1.9%) | 237 (2.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 83 (0.7%) | 211 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 211 (1.9%) | 128 (1.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 319 (2.9%) | 158 (1.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 258 (2.4%) | 170 (1.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 64 (0.6%) | 186 (1.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 51 (0.5%) | 171 (1.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 151 (1.4%) | 288 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 490 (4.5%) | 563 (5.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 256 (2.3%) | 341 (3.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 420 (3.8%) | 657 (6.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 201 (1.8%) | 354 (3.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 386 (3.5%) | 338 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 172 (1.6%) | 322 (3.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 328 (3.0%) | 965 (9.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 538 (4.9%) | 773 (8.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,548 (14.1%) | 1,021 (10.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 4,566 (41.5%) | 2,140 (22.0%) |
| Total | 10,994 (100.0%) | 9,714 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Vestavia Hills
Average earnings in Vestavia Hills are $92,500 for men and $58,771 for women, a difference of 36.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $125,226, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,469. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $76,550, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,725.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $45,469 | $26,725 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,250 | $44,810 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $104,145 | $66,284 |
| Graduate Degree | $125,226 | $76,550 |
| Total | $92,500 | $58,771 |
Family Income in Vestavia Hills
Family Income Brackets in Vestavia Hills
According to the Vestavia Hills family income data, there are 4,374 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.6% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 22 families (0.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 22 | 0.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 65 | 0.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 172 | 1.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 205 | 1.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 334 | 3.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,336 | 12.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 851 | 7.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,025 | 18.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,400 | 13.0% |
| $200,000+ | 4,374 | 40.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Vestavia Hills
5-person families (1,010 | 9.4%) account for the highest median family income in Vestavia Hills with $209,195 per family, while 2-person families (4,912 | 45.6%) have the highest median income of $67,852 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,912 (45.6%) | $135,703 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,052 (19.1%) | $177,561 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,631 (24.4%) | $191,250 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,010 (9.4%) | $209,195 |
| 6-Person Families | 158 (1.5%) | $197,188 |
| 7+ Person Families | 10 (0.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 10,773 (100.0%) | $167,346 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Vestavia Hills
The median family income in Vestavia Hills is $167,346, with families comprising 3+ earners (928) having the highest median family income of $230,455, while families with no earners (1,140) have the lowest median family income of $105,602, accounting for 8.6% and 10.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,140 (10.6%) | $105,602 |
| 1 Earner | 3,501 (32.5%) | $133,469 |
| 2 Earners | 5,204 (48.3%) | $176,595 |
| 3+ Earners | 928 (8.6%) | $230,455 |
| Total | 10,773 (100.0%) | $167,346 |
Household Income in Vestavia Hills
Household Income Brackets in Vestavia Hills
With 4,726 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Vestavia Hills, accounting for 31.1% of all households. In contrast, only 228 households (1.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 410 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 228 | 1.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 425 | 2.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 684 | 4.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 821 | 5.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,173 | 14.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,352 | 8.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,826 | 18.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,520 | 10.0% |
| $200,000+ | 4,726 | 31.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Vestavia Hills
The median household income in Vestavia Hills is $127,582, with the highest median household income of $140,897 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,109 households (40.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 275 households (1.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 275 (1.8%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,772 (31.4%) | $134,167 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 6,109 (40.2%) | $140,897 |
| 65+ Years | 4,039 (26.6%) | $91,292 |
| Total | 15,195 (100.0%) | $127,582 |
Poverty in Vestavia Hills
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Vestavia Hills
With 3.4% poverty level for males and 4.1% for females among the residents of Vestavia Hills, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 33 males (18.9%) and 100 females (10.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 87 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 9 (0.5%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 15 Years | 33 (18.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 16 (2.3%) | 34 (6.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 125 (7.8%) | 100 (10.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 123 (5.7%) | 155 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 29 (1.2%) | 62 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 15 (0.6%) | 152 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 42 (1.8%) | 20 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (5.6%) | 133 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 66 (5.4%) | 160 (8.5%) |
| Total | 633 (3.4%) | 828 (4.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Vestavia Hills
According to the poverty statistics in Vestavia Hills, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,024 (92.2%) | 995 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 247 (100.0%) | 282 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,618 (99.5%) | 1,710 (99.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 764 (100.0%) | 962 (99.4%) |
| 15 Years | 142 (81.1%) | 367 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 677 (97.7%) | 459 (93.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,473 (92.2%) | 867 (89.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,033 (94.3%) | 1,920 (92.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,362 (98.8%) | 2,746 (97.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,596 (99.4%) | 2,701 (94.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,245 (98.2%) | 2,488 (99.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,498 (94.5%) | 1,918 (93.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,145 (94.6%) | 1,734 (91.5%) |
| Total | 17,824 (96.6%) | 19,149 (95.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Vestavia Hills
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Vestavia Hills show that 1.0% or 89 of the total 9,233 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 2.1%, comprising of 71 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 4,780 (99.7%) | 15 (0.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 3,392 (98.0%) | 71 (2.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 962 (99.7%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,144 (99.0%) | 89 (1.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Vestavia Hills
According to the poverty data in Vestavia Hills, 3.9% or 10 single-father households and 6.2% or 80 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (7.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 57 households (9.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 10 (7.0%) | 57 (9.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (3.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (3.9%) | 80 (6.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Vestavia Hills
The poverty data for Vestavia Hills shows that 89 of the married-couple family households (1.0%) and 90 of the single-parent households (5.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 71 households (2.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 67 household (8.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 15 (0.3%) | 67 (8.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 71 (2.1%) | 23 (3.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 89 (1.0%) | 90 (5.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Vestavia Hills
Employment by Class of Employer in Vestavia Hills
Among the 19,144 employed individuals in Vestavia Hills, private company employees (12,104 | 63.2%), self-employed (incorporated) (1,698 | 8.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,686 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 12,104 | 63.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,698 | 8.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 947 | 5.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,686 | 8.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,277 | 6.7% |
| State Government Employees | 1,134 | 5.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 295 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 3 | 0.0% |
| Total | 19,144 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Vestavia Hills
According to the labor force statistics for Vestavia Hills, out of the total population over 16 years of age (30,346), 65.3% or 19,816 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 297 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 96.5% or 1,834 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.9% or 38 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 641 (30.0%) | 38 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,261 (78.2%) | 59 (4.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,834 (96.5%) | 20 (1.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,082 (89.3%) | 27 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,549 (87.5%) | 96 (2.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,633 (84.8%) | 37 (0.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,027 (89.3%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,353 (52.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,130 (30.6%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 315 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19,816 (65.3%) | 297 (1.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Vestavia Hills
According to labor force statistics for Vestavia Hills, 83.6% of individuals (16,488) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (19,723) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 198 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.7% or 12,512 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.4% or 175 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 176 (27.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,086 (74.0%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,702 (84.9%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 12,512 (86.7%) | 202 (1.4%) |
| Total | 16,488 (83.6%) | 237 (1.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Vestavia Hills
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Vestavia Hills are Management (3,475 | 17.8%), Community & Social Service (2,989 | 15.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,712 | 13.9%), Health Technologists (2,440 | 12.5%), and Business & Financial (2,189 | 11.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Vestavia Hills, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.6%), Computers & Mathematics (70.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (66.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (62.3%), Education Instruction & Library (61.9%), and Education, Arts & Media (61.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 2,287 (65.8%) | 1,188 (34.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 1,028 (47.0%) | 1,161 (53.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 857 (66.4%) | 434 (33.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 475 (70.5%) | 199 (29.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 255 (85.6%) | 43 (14.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 127 (39.8%) | 192 (60.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,252 (41.9%) | 1,737 (58.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 117 (38.2%) | 189 (61.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 379 (52.6%) | 341 (47.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 568 (38.1%) | 923 (61.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 188 (39.8%) | 284 (60.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 1,023 (37.7%) | 1,689 (62.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 990 (40.6%) | 1,450 (59.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 6,447 (50.9%) | 6,209 (49.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,300 (52.8%) | 9,194 (47.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Vestavia Hills are Food Preparation & Serving (462 | 2.4%), Security & Protection (292 | 1.5%), Healthcare Support (273 | 1.4%), Personal Care & Service (240 | 1.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (209 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Vestavia Hills, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (94.7%), Security & Protection (90.7%), and Law Enforcement (80.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.6%), Personal Care & Service (87.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (30.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 31 (11.4%) | 242 (88.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 265 (90.7%) | 27 (9.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 198 (94.7%) | 11 (5.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 67 (80.7%) | 16 (19.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 325 (70.4%) | 137 (29.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 74 (69.8%) | 32 (30.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 29 (12.1%) | 211 (87.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 724 (52.7%) | 649 (47.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,300 (52.8%) | 9,194 (47.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Vestavia Hills are Sales & Related (2,362 | 12.1%), and Office & Administration (1,678 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,467 (62.1%) | 895 (37.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 371 (22.1%) | 1,307 (77.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,838 (45.5%) | 2,202 (54.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,300 (52.8%) | 9,194 (47.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Vestavia Hills are Construction & Extraction (348 | 1.8%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (174 | 0.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (160 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 174 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 308 (88.5%) | 40 (11.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 160 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 642 (94.1%) | 40 (5.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,300 (52.8%) | 9,194 (47.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Vestavia Hills are Production (293 | 1.5%), Transportation (246 | 1.3%), and Material Moving (204 | 1.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 232 (79.2%) | 61 (20.8%) |
| Transportation | 246 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 171 (83.8%) | 33 (16.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 649 (87.4%) | 94 (12.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,300 (52.8%) | 9,194 (47.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Vestavia Hills
Employment Industries in Vestavia Hills
The major employment industries in Vestavia Hills include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,547 | 18.2%), Professional & Scientific (2,542 | 13.0%), Finance & Insurance (2,119 | 10.9%), Educational Services (1,926 | 9.9%), and Retail Trade (1,492 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Vestavia Hills
The Vestavia Hills industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (91.4%), and Transportation & Warehousing (87.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (70.8%), Enterprise Management (58.1%), and Educational Services (57.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 174 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 70 (56.5%) | 54 (43.5%) |
| Construction | 965 (83.1%) | 197 (17.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 936 (74.6%) | 319 (25.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 479 (91.4%) | 45 (8.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 752 (50.4%) | 740 (49.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 220 (87.6%) | 31 (12.3%) |
| Utilities | 190 (70.1%) | 81 (29.9%) |
| Information | 154 (47.4%) | 171 (52.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,143 (53.9%) | 976 (46.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 435 (68.5%) | 200 (31.5%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1,361 (53.5%) | 1,181 (46.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 26 (41.9%) | 36 (58.1%) |
| Administrative & Support | 321 (53.5%) | 279 (46.5%) |
| Educational Services | 827 (42.9%) | 1,099 (57.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1,036 (29.2%) | 2,511 (70.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 164 (52.9%) | 146 (47.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 389 (65.2%) | 208 (34.8%) |
| Public Administration | 312 (43.2%) | 410 (56.8%) |
| Total | 10,300 (52.8%) | 9,194 (47.2%) |
Education in Vestavia Hills
School Enrollment in Vestavia Hills
The most common levels of schooling among the 10,290 students in Vestavia Hills are high school (2,703 | 26.3%), elementary school (2,286 | 22.2%), and middle school (2,131 | 20.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 888 | 8.6% |
| Kindergarten | 675 | 6.6% |
| Elementary School | 2,286 | 22.2% |
| Middle School | 2,131 | 20.7% |
| High School | 2,703 | 26.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 978 | 9.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 629 | 6.1% |
| Total | 10,290 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Vestavia Hills
Out of a total of 10,290 students who are enrolled in schools in Vestavia Hills, 1,811 (17.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,479 (82.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 554 (79.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 469 (96.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 143 (20.5%) | 554 (79.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,240 (80.6%) | 539 (19.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,550 (93.0%) | 191 (7.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,477 (85.5%) | 251 (14.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 853 (93.9%) | 55 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 537 (76.9%) | 161 (23.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 469 (96.7%) | 16 (3.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 210 (82.7%) | 44 (17.3%) |
| Total | 8,479 (82.4%) | 1,811 (17.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Vestavia Hills
Business (5,337 | 27.8%), science & technology (2,139 | 11.1%), education (1,527 | 8.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (1,494 | 7.8%), and engineering (1,201 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 19,201 individuals in Vestavia Hills who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 676 | 3.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,494 | 7.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 727 | 3.8% |
| Psychology | 790 | 4.1% |
| Social Sciences | 1,196 | 6.2% |
| Engineering | 1,201 | 6.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 96 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 2,139 | 11.1% |
| Business | 5,337 | 27.8% |
| Education | 1,527 | 8.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 561 | 2.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 880 | 4.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 801 | 4.2% |
| Communications | 692 | 3.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 1,084 | 5.7% |
| Total | 19,201 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Vestavia Hills
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Vestavia Hills
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Vestavia Hills are males with 2 vehicles (5,783, accounting for 57.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (4,313, making up 64.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 122 (1.2%) | 27 (0.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 801 (7.9%) | 1,641 (18.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 5,783 (57.1%) | 4,313 (47.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,379 (23.5%) | 2,436 (27.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 765 (7.6%) | 452 (5.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 271 (2.7%) | 148 (1.6%) |
| Total | 10,121 (100.0%) | 9,017 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Vestavia Hills
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Vestavia Hills are 15 to 19 minutes (4,260 commuters, 25.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (3,429 commuters, 20.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (2,287 commuters, 13.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 674 | 4.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,227 | 7.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,287 | 13.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 4,260 | 25.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 3,429 | 20.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,144 | 6.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,900 | 11.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 350 | 2.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 322 | 1.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 435 | 2.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 341 | 2.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 105 | 0.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Vestavia Hills
The most common commute times in Vestavia Hills are 20 to 24 minutes (2,196 commuters, 24.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (2,214 commuters, 29.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 466 (5.2%) | 208 (2.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 563 (6.4%) | 664 (8.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,073 (12.1%) | 1,214 (16.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,046 (23.1%) | 2,214 (29.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,196 (24.7%) | 1,233 (16.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 618 (7.0%) | 526 (6.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 991 (11.2%) | 909 (12.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 199 (2.2%) | 151 (2.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 174 (2.0%) | 148 (1.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 250 (2.8%) | 185 (2.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 215 (2.4%) | 126 (1.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 81 (0.9%) | 24 (0.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Vestavia Hills
The most frequent times of departure to work in Vestavia Hills are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,725, 19.4%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,875, 24.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 246 (2.8%) | 74 (1.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 272 (3.1%) | 79 (1.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 163 (1.8%) | 77 (1.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 510 (5.8%) | 412 (5.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 697 (7.9%) | 548 (7.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,563 (17.6%) | 1,186 (15.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,646 (18.5%) | 1,134 (14.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,725 (19.4%) | 1,875 (24.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 535 (6.0%) | 814 (10.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 811 (9.1%) | 535 (7.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 120 (1.3%) | 256 (3.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 28 (0.3%) | 29 (0.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 329 (3.7%) | 266 (3.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 227 (2.6%) | 317 (4.2%) |
| Total | 8,872 (100.0%) | 7,602 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Vestavia Hills
Occupancy by Ownership in Vestavia Hills
Of the total 15,195 dwellings in Vestavia Hills, owner-occupied units account for 11,658 (76.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,537 (23.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 11,658 | 76.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,537 | 23.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 15,195 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Vestavia Hills
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,830 | 25.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,155 | 33.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,325 | 15.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,885 | 25.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 15,195 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Vestavia Hills
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,174 (56.8%) | 1,656 (43.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,976 (77.1%) | 1,179 (22.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,833 (78.8%) | 492 (21.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,675 (94.6%) | 210 (5.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 11,658 (76.7%) | 3,537 (23.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Vestavia Hills
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 137 (54.8%) | 113 (45.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 874 (64.5%) | 480 (35.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,509 (57.8%) | 1,102 (42.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 9,138 (83.2%) | 1,842 (16.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Vestavia Hills
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,502 | 16.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,545 | 16.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,376 | 22.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,733 | 18.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,070 | 13.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,090 | 7.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 879 | 5.8% |
| Total | 15,195 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Vestavia Hills
Median Income by Occupancy in Vestavia Hills
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 11,658 (76.7%) | $153,333 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,537 (23.3%) | $60,618 |
| Average | 15,195 (100.0%) | $127,582 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Vestavia Hills
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 80 (0.7%) | 198 (5.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 53 (0.4%) | 78 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 174 (1.5%) | 61 (1.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 102 (0.9%) | 62 (1.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 86 (0.7%) | 181 (5.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 250 (2.1%) | 438 (12.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 447 (3.8%) | 380 (10.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,369 (11.7%) | 811 (22.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 848 (7.3%) | 505 (14.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,373 (20.4%) | 449 (12.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 5,876 (50.4%) | 374 (10.6%) |
| Total | 11,658 (100.0%) | 3,537 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Vestavia Hills
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 72 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 443 (3.8%) | 8 (0.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,478 (12.7%) | 126 (3.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 996 (8.5%) | 237 (6.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,648 (14.1%) | 1,420 (40.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,795 (15.4%) | 899 (25.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1,506 (12.9%) | 213 (6.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1,160 (10.0%) | 98 (2.8%) |
| $3,000 or more | 2,560 (22.0%) | 358 (10.1%) |
| Total | 11,658 (100.0%) | 3,537 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Vestavia Hills
Housing Structures in Vestavia Hills
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 11,031 | 72.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 578 | 3.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 112 | 0.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 722 | 4.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,091 | 7.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,646 | 10.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 15 | 0.1% |
| Total | 15,195 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Vestavia Hills
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 10,839 (98.3%) | 192 (1.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 457 (79.1%) | 121 (20.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 48 (42.9%) | 64 (57.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 226 (31.3%) | 496 (68.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 39 (3.6%) | 1,052 (96.4%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 42 (2.5%) | 1,604 (97.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 7 (46.7%) | 8 (53.3%) |
| Total | 11,658 (76.7%) | 3,537 (23.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Vestavia Hills
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 139 (3.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 6 (0.1%) | 1,003 (28.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,516 (13.0%) | 1,709 (48.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,259 (28.0%) | 522 (14.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 6,877 (59.0%) | 164 (4.6%) |
| Total | 11,658 (100.0%) | 3,537 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Vestavia Hills
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 8,605 (73.8%) | 968 (27.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 403 (3.5%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| Electricity | 2,597 (22.3%) | 2,560 (72.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 53 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,658 (100.0%) | 3,537 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Vestavia Hills
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 27 (0.2%) | 483 (13.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,268 (19.5%) | 1,433 (40.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 6,104 (52.4%) | 1,252 (35.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,259 (28.0%) | 369 (10.4%) |
| Total | 11,658 (100.0%) | 3,537 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Vestavia Hills
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Vestavia Hills
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,849 | 7,809 |
| Median Property Value | $444,400 | $479,700 |
| Median Household Income | $104,583 | $4,410 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $800 | $2,547 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,792 | $175 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Vestavia Hills
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 29 (0.7%) | 31 (0.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 48 (1.3%) | 34 (0.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 748 (19.4%) | 1,053 (13.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,537 (39.9%) | 3,093 (39.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 723 (18.8%) | 2,079 (26.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 564 (14.6%) | 944 (12.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 200 (5.2%) | 575 (7.4%) |
| Total | 3,849 (100.0%) | 7,809 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Vestavia Hills
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 93 (2.4%) | 172 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 211 (5.5%) | 40 (0.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 168 (4.4%) | 151 (1.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 187 (4.9%) | 82 (1.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 765 (19.9%) | 260 (3.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 392 (10.2%) | 604 (7.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 567 (14.7%) | 456 (5.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,466 (38.1%) | 1,806 (23.1%) |
| Total | 3,849 (100.0%) | 7,809 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Vestavia Hills
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 711 (18.5%) | 174,415 (2,233.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,026 (26.7%) | 2,054 (26.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 436 (11.3%) | 2,244 (28.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,663 (43.2%) | 1,229 (15.7%) |
| Total | 3,849 (100.0%) | 7,809 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Vestavia Hills
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 378 (9.8%) | 18 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 153 (4.0%) | 263 (3.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3,054 (79.3%) | 551 (7.1%) |
| Total | 3,849 (100.0%) | 7,809 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Vestavia Hills
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Vestavia Hills
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,628 (99.7%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,356 (98.2%) | 134 (1.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,023 (89.8%) | 230 (10.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,590 (93.8%) | 238 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,013 (96.4%) | 186 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,340 (97.7%) | 124 (2.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,644 (96.9%) | 151 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,607 (99.2%) | 30 (0.8%) |
| 75 Years and older | 3,105 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 37,306 (97.1%) | 1,100 (2.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Vestavia Hills
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,628 (99.7%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,356 (98.2%) | 134 (1.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,023 (89.8%) | 230 (10.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Vestavia Hills
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,396 (89.1%) | 171 (10.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,333 (98.0%) | 47 (2.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,317 (92.8%) | 334 (7.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,949 (96.8%) | 99 (3.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 26,284 (98.4%) | 434 (1.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Vestavia Hills
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 227 (8.6%) | 2,467 (93.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 741 (9.9%) | 6,964 (93.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 42 (1.9%) | 1,993 (88.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 117 (3.1%) | 3,547 (92.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 271 (5.2%) | 4,963 (95.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 153 (2.8%) | 5,269 (96.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 612 (12.8%) | 4,170 (87.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,305 (90.9%) | 2,299 (63.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,084 (99.3%) | 2,032 (65.4%) |
| Total | 8,552 (22.3%) | 33,704 (87.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Vestavia Hills
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 451 (12.9%) | 62 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 184 (4.9%) | 176 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 345 (4.7%) | 645 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 196 (12.4%) | 504 (24.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 569 (47.0%) | 830 (43.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Vestavia Hills
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 134 (1.8%) | 79 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 153 (9.7%) | 75 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 305 (25.2%) | 338 (17.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.2%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 25 (0.7%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 43 (0.6%) | 71 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (3.5%) | 168 (8.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 451 (12.9%) | 50 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 135 (3.6%) | 169 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 101 (1.4%) | 162 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (2.9%) | 279 (13.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 215 (17.7%) | 231 (12.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 69 (0.9%) | 255 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 68 (4.3%) | 430 (21.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 427 (35.3%) | 628 (33.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 17 (0.5%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 36 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (0.0%) | 129 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (2.6%) | 44 (2.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 124 (10.2%) | 255 (13.5%) |
Technology Access in Vestavia Hills
Computing Device Access in Vestavia Hills
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 13,371 | 88.0% |
| Smartphone | 14,185 | 93.3% |
| Tablet | 10,944 | 72.0% |
| No Computing Device | 510 | 3.4% |
| Total | 15,195 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Vestavia Hills
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 12,459 | 82.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,377 | 9.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,106 | 7.3% |
| No Internet | 1,055 | 6.9% |
| Total | 15,195 | 100.0% |
Vestavia Hills Summary
Vestavia Hills is a city located in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States. It is a suburb of Birmingham, located just south of the city. The population was 34,033 at the 2010 census, up from 24,476 at the 2000 census.
History
Vestavia Hills was founded in 1950 by developers Ben and Hoyt Dillard. The city was named after the estate of former Birmingham mayor George B. Ward, which was called "Vestavia". The city was incorporated in 1950 and has grown steadily since then.
Geography
Vestavia Hills is located at 33°30'25" North, 86°45'17" West (33.506944, -86.754722). According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 16.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water.
Economy
Vestavia Hills is home to many businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and professional services. The city is also home to several large employers, including the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Children's of Alabama, and the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 24,476 people, 10,845 households, and 7,072 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,521.2 people per square mile (586.3/km2). There were 11,541 housing units at an average density of 717.3 per square mile (277.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 90.2% White, 5.2% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 2.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. 1.9% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 10,845 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.78.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.2% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $62,917, and the median income for a family was $76,917. Males had a median income of $51,917 versus $36,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $35,917. About 2.2% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Vestavia Hills?
Total Population of Vestavia Hills is 38,600.
What is the Total Male Population of Vestavia Hills?
Total Male Population of Vestavia Hills is 18,545.
What is the Total Female Population of Vestavia Hills?
Total Female Population of Vestavia Hills is 20,055.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Vestavia Hills?
There are 92.47 Males per 100 Females in Vestavia Hills.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Vestavia Hills?
There are 108.14 Females per 100 Males in Vestavia Hills.
What is the Median Population Age in Vestavia Hills?
Median Population Age in Vestavia Hills is 40.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Vestavia Hills
Average Family Size in Vestavia Hills is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Vestavia Hills
Average Household Size in Vestavia Hills is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Vestavia Hills?
Per Capita income in Vestavia Hills is $68,777.
What is the Median Family Income in Vestavia Hills?
Median Family Income in Vestavia Hills is $167,346.
What is the Median Household income in Vestavia Hills?
Median Household Income in Vestavia Hills is $127,582.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Vestavia Hills?
Income or Wage Gap in Vestavia Hills is 32.3%.
Women in Vestavia Hills earn 67.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Vestavia Hills?
Inequality or Gini Index in Vestavia Hills is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Vestavia Hills?
There are 19,816 People in the Labor Forcein in Vestavia Hills.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Vestavia Hills?
65.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Vestavia Hills.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Vestavia Hills?
Unemployment Rate in Vestavia Hills is 1.5%.