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Meadowbrook, AL Area Guide

The ideal suburb for families and Birmingham commuters

Commuter • Suburban • Accessible

Meadowbrook, Alabama carries the relaxed charm of a close-knit suburban community while keeping the energy and employment opportunities of the greater Birmingham metro well within reach. Shelby County anchors the area with one of the strongest economic footprints in the state, drawing a steady mix of corporate offices, healthcare institutions, and small businesses that give residents plenty of local career options without a long commute. The community sits just off U.S. Highway 280, a corridor that connects it to major employers, shopping corridors, and the healthcare and research hub anchored by the University of Alabama at Birmingham, one of the South's most respected academic medical centers.

The residential character of Meadowbrook leans toward established neighborhoods with tree-lined streets, spacious lots, and a pace of life that feels genuinely unhurried. Renters will find a housing mix that includes traditional single-family homes available for rent, townhomes, and well-maintained apartment communities that offer resort-style amenities in a quieter setting than you'd find closer to downtown Birmingham. Whether you prefer a cozy unit in a smaller community or a larger apartment home with resort-style amenities, options here tend to deliver solid square footage and comfortable surroundings. Meadowbrook offers a grounded, comfortable base for anyone looking to enjoy suburban ease while staying connected to one of Alabama's most dynamic metro areas.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$136,060

Average: $151,617

Education

4,587

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

5,117

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

43 Years

Largest Age Group

55-64 Years

Approximately 15% of Residents

Under 20

23%

Over 65

20%

Housing Distribution

Meadowbrook has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
15%
Non-Renters
85%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
47%
Other Education
53%

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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Meadowbrook, AL is for everyday living.

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100
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Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Alabama Wildlife Center
  • Oak Mountain State Park
  • Aldridge Botanical Gardens
  • Birmingham Zoo
  • Homewood Forest Preserve

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International

Colleges

Top Apartments in Meadowbrook

Inverness Cliffs

Inverness Cliffs

100 Inverness Cliffs Dr,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$1,194 - $1,769

1-3 Beds

100 Inverness Apartment Homes

100 Inverness Apartment Homes

100 Inverness L...,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$1,110 - $1,900 Total Monthly Price

1-3 Beds

Madison Place

Madison Place

850 Shoal Run Trl,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$949 - $1,199

1-2 Beds

1040 Cole Cir

1040 Cole Cir

1040 Cole Cir,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$3,500

5 Beds

1191 Windsor Sq

1191 Windsor Sq

1191 Windsor Sq,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$2,350

2 Beds

5249 Meadow Garden Ln

5249 Meadow Garden Ln

5249 Meadow Garden Ln,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$3,250

4 Beds

2005 Lake Heather Dr

2005 Lake Heather Dr

2005 Lake Heather Dr,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$6,950

5 Beds

3382 N Broken Bow Dr

3382 N Broken Bow Dr

3382 N Broken Bow Dr,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$2,250

3 Beds

1199 Windsor Sq

1199 Windsor Sq

1199 Windsor Sq,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$2,800

2 Beds

Houses for Rent in Meadowbrook

1040 Cole Cir

1040 Cole Cir,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$3,500

5 Beds | 4.5 Baths

5249 Meadow Garden Ln

5249 Meadow Garden Ln,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$3,250

4 Beds | 3.5 Baths

2005 Lake Heather Dr

2005 Lake Heather Dr,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$6,950

5 Beds | 4.5 Baths

3382 N Broken Bow Dr

3382 N Broken Bow Dr,
Birmingham, AL 35242

$2,250

3 Beds | 3 Baths

5501 Heath Row Dr

5501 Heath Row Dr,
Meadowbrook, AL 35242

$3,000

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths

1108 Windsor Sq

1108 Windsor Sq,
Hoover, AL 25242

$2,399

3 Beds | 3 Baths

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Living in Meadowbrook

History

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Meadowbrook emerged as a residential community in the Birmingham metropolitan area during the mid-20th century suburban expansion that reshaped much of Jefferson County. The area reflects the post-war development patterns common throughout central Alabama, when new neighborhoods grew to accommodate the region's industrial growth. While Meadowbrook itself is a relatively young municipality, it sits within a broader landscape shaped by Birmingham's steel industry legacy and the transportation corridors that connected surrounding communities.

The residential streets today preserve the architectural character of their era, with mid-century ranch homes and traditional Southern design elements visible throughout the community. The area's development coincided with significant changes in the Birmingham region, and traces of that transformation remain in the established tree-lined streets and neighborhood layouts. Visitors can explore nearby Birmingham to discover extensive historical resources, including museums, preserved industrial sites, and historic districts that provide context for understanding the suburban communities that developed in the surrounding areas during the latter half of the 20th century.

Parks

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Meadowbrook residents enjoy easy access to a variety of outdoor spaces in and around this Jefferson County community. Nearby Oak Mountain State Park, one of Alabama's largest state parks, offers hiking and mountain biking trails, a beach and swimming area, a fishing lake, and picnic grounds. The communities surrounding Meadowbrook also feature neighborhood parks and green spaces ideal for walking, jogging, and relaxing outdoors. The greater Birmingham area's expansive Shades Creek Greenway and the Red Mountain Park provide additional trail systems and natural landscapes for exploring the region's scenic terrain year-round.

Highlights

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Meadowbrook is a suburban community in Shelby County, Alabama, offering a peaceful residential setting just southeast of Birmingham. With easy access to major roadways, top-rated Shelby County schools, and proximity to shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation, Meadowbrook combines small-town charm with the conveniences of a major metro area close at hand.

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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 June 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.