Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
19%
Vestavia Hills, AL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,280
Population
33,318
Renter Mix
26% Rent
Enjoy good old fashion Southern hospitality in this charming community
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Less than 10 miles south of Birmingham, Vestavia Hills exemplifies laid-back Southern charm that makes it one of Alabama’s most sough-after cities. Its Southern hospitality, top-notch schools, and thriving economy draw in residents from all walks of life. Those looking to rent in Vestavia Hills have a flourishing rental market to enjoy.
Dining options ranging from southern comfort food to international cuisines are centered along Highway 31 while shopping centers are scattered throughout town. One of the most popular shopping destinations is the Summit Birmingham. This large mall has everything from chain eateries to designer stores. Places like Vestavia Country Club, McCallum Park, and Rathmell Sports Park offer outdoor adventures for the whole family.
Explore the City
Craftsman houses on the golf course make for an attractive environment in Vestavia Hills.
Enjoy the long rows of homes overlooking Birmingham from Vestavia Hills.
Take a day to explore Vestavia Hills.
The Sibyl Temple is one of the first landmarks you will see in Vestavia Hills.
Many residents utilize the local bus for transportation around Vestavia Hills.
Serving Vestavia and surrounding areas since 1980, Marks Outdoors.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$116,845
Average: $151,630
Education
16,292
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
17,530
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Vestavia Hills has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
46%
Other Education
54%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Vestavia Hills, AL is $1,280 for one bedroom, $1,497 for two bedrooms, and $1,757 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Vestavia Hills has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,280/month
753 Sq Ft
House
$2,947/month
1,317 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,693/month
440 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,575/month
238 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Vestavia Hills, AL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Vestavia Hills Elementary School East
Public
Grades PK-5
759 Students
Vestavia Hills Elementary School West
Public
Grades PK-5
745 Students
Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge
Public
Grades PK-5
679 Students
Cahaba Heights Community School
Public
Grades PK-5
474 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
586 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,158 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
503 Students
Vestavia Hills High School Freshman Campus
Public
Grades 6-12
587 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,578 Students
Vestavia Hills High School Freshman Campus
Public
Grades 6-12
587 Students
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Birmingham Zoo
- Homewood Forest Preserve
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens
- Vulcan Park and Museum
- Aldridge Botanical Gardens
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.