The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 35441 sells for about $289,000, or $158 per square foot.
Prices are up +6.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,800 a month.
ZIP 35441 — Akron
The Tuscaloosa housing market remains resilient, with home prices showing steady year-over-year growth of 6.9%. Demand is supported by the university and industrial base, though inventory levels are rising, leading to a more balanced market for buyers compared to previous years.
This area is well-suited for families seeking suburban living, university-affiliated employees, and commuters who value proximity to the Tuscaloosa employment hub while maintaining a residential lifestyle.
Median prices moved up 6.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.1% · poverty 17.4% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 35441, Tuscaloosa County AL
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Tuscaloosa area are generally consistent with regional averages for mid-sized Southern university cities, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement maintains active community outreach programs to address neighborhood safety.
Schools serving the area are part of the Tuscaloosa County School System, which generally maintains a stable academic reputation with a focus on college and career readiness programs.
The area is subject to standard Alabama climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity, necessitating robust homeowners insurance coverage. Flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near regional waterways.
Economic momentum is driven by the University of Alabama and the surrounding automotive manufacturing corridor, which provide a steady base of employment and infrastructure investment.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Alabama) — Standard State Ad Valorem Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $4,000 in assessed valuation from the 6.5 mill state ad valorem tax levy (providing a maximum direct state tax reduction of $26.00). Formula: Adjusted State Tax = Max(0, (Assessed Value - $4,000)) × 0.0065. State (Alabama) — Statewide Ad Valorem Property Tax and Class III Residential Assessment Ratio: Establishes a baseline 6.5 statewide millage rate ($0.0065 per dollar of assessed value) under Ala. Code § 40-8-1 and the Alabama Constitution.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major access provided by I-20/59 and US-82 connecting to the Tuscaloosa employment core.
The area offers access to local parks, community sports facilities, and proximity to Lake Tuscaloosa for water-based recreation, alongside retail centers along major arterial roads.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand driven by the university population and local workforce, with moderate vacancy pressure and consistent rent growth.
The economy is anchored by the University of Alabama, DCH Health System, and the regional automotive manufacturing sector, creating a stable and diverse employment base.
The area is served by a network of state highways and interstates, with limited public transit options outside of the immediate university-managed shuttle systems.
Development is focused on mixed-use residential and commercial projects along the US-82 corridor and near the university expansion zones.
The Tuscaloosa County Tax Assessor maintains property valuations based on periodic reappraisals to ensure alignment with market values.
Parcels are subject to county and municipal tax levies, with specific areas falling under fire protection and utility service districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather events, with competitive rates available through major national carriers.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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Major regional reservoir providing boating, fishing, and recreational space.
Anchor institution providing cultural events, sports, and employment.
Scenic walking and biking trail along the Black Warrior River.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.