Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
19%
Hoover
Hoover, AL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,080
Population
83,524
Renter Mix
33% Rent
Sweet Home Hoover
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Located just 11 miles south of Birmingham, Hoover combines suburban comfort with natural scenery in the Appalachian foothills. This Jefferson County community spans 49 square miles of rolling terrain, featuring outdoor destinations like Moss Rock Preserve and the Aldridge Botanical Gardens. The Riverchase Galleria serves as a central shopping destination, while the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium hosts sporting events throughout the year. Current rental trends show average monthly rents ranging from $1,066 for one-bedroom units to $1,623 for four-bedroom homes.
Hoover's established neighborhoods include Greystone, Ross Bridge, and Trace Crossings, each offering distinct architectural styles and community amenities. The city maintains numerous parks and walking trails throughout these areas, connecting residential spaces with natural surroundings. The Library Theatre presents cultural performances year-round, adding to the city's entertainment options. With easy access to I-65 and I-459, residents can quickly reach downtown Birmingham while enjoying a more relaxed pace of life in Hoover.
Explore the City
An overview of Patton Creek Shopping Center.
The food court in the Galleria.
An aerial view of Star Lake.
Stop and take a break with a beautiful view at Aldridge Gardens in Hoover.
Aldridge Gardens in Hoover is famous for its unique statues.
Test out your climbing skills at Moss Rock in Hoover.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$96,594
Average: $122,158
Education
37,543
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
44,637
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Hoover has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
40%
Other Education
60%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Hoover, AL is $673 for a studio, $1,086 for one bedroom, $1,283 for two bedrooms, and $1,484 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hoover has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,086/month
825 Sq Ft
House
$2,257/month
1,411 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,389/month
436 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,300/month
809 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Hoover, AL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
740 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
603 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
581 Students
South Shades Crest Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
568 Students
Brock's Gap Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-5
492 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,128 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,113 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
882 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,503 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,841 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Aldridge Botanical Gardens
- Oak Mountain State Park
- Moss Rock Preserve
- Alabama Wildlife Center
- Homewood Forest Preserve
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.