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Here Are The 10 Richest Cities In Alabama

If you’ve ever wondered what the richest cities in Alabama were, wonder no more. Listed below are the 10 cities considered to be the state’s most expensive places to live, based on a number of factors and criteria. So it stands to reason, if you’re curious, that these places are where the richest people in Alabama live. Let’s take a look at some of these wealthy towns in Alabama.

1. Mountain Brook
Robert Donovan from Franklin, TN, USA, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Mountain Brook is a charming suburb of Birmingham and is known to be the state's most affluent place. It's also one of the wealthiest communities in the United States. Mountain Brook has a population of 22,158 and a per capita income of $93,518.
Mountain Brook, AL, USA
2. Vestavia Hills
Sharon Phelan Evans, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Vestavia Hills is another charming suburb of Birmingham and was named for the 20-acre estate of former mayor George B. Ward. This Birmingham suburb has a population of 38,801 and a per capita income of $60,827.
Vestavia Hills, AL, USA
3. Orange Beach
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Orange Beach is one of Alabama's most popular vacation destinations. It's also home to the tallest Ferris wheel (112 feet) in the Southeast, which is located at The Wharf. Orange Beach has a population of 8,347 and a per capita income of $51,301.
Orange Beach, AL, USA
4. Homewood
City of Homewood/Facebook
The Homewood High School Patriot Band has participated in the "Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade" more than any other school outside of the New York area. It's also home to a unique store that only sells items that are made in Alabama. Homewood has a population of 26,054 and a per capita income of $48,936.
Homewood, AL, USA
5. Point Clear
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Point Clear is a small, but wonderful, beach town in Alabama along the Gulf Coast in Baldwin County. Point Clear has a population of 2,043 and a per capita income of $82,060.
Point Clear, AL 36532, USA
6. Dauphin Island
faungg's photos/Flickr
At the southernmost point of Alabama, you'll find Dauphin Island. It is a charming coastal town that is an absolute must-visit if you happen to be looking for a wonderful vacation spot in Alabama. It has a population of 1,814 and a per capita income of $46,600.
Dauphin Island, AL, USA
7. Fairhope
City of Fairhope/Facebook
Fairhope Alabama is situated on the eastern shore of Mobile Bay and has been named one of the best small towns in the South by Southern Living magazine. This charming small town has a population of 23,147 and a per capita income of $44,534.
Fairhope, AL 36532, USA
8. Gulf Shores
John Tuggle/Flickr
Mesmerizing blue water and clean white beaches make Gulf Shores a stunning place to visit. It's also the home of the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. Gulf Shores has a population of 15,736 and a per capita income of $36,020.
Gulf Shores, AL, USA
9. Madison
City of Madison, Alabama City Hall/Facebook
Named one of the best places to live, Madison, Alabama is one of the fastest-growing cities in the state. Madison has a population of 58,357 and a per capita income of $48,070.
Madison, AL, USA
10. Hoover
Hoover, Alabama - City Hall/Facebook
Hoover is the largest suburb of Birmingham, it is also home to a fascinating bridge park you just have to visit. It has a population of 92,589 and a per capita income of $48,726.
Hoover, AL, USA

If we are just looking at one source to determine the richest cities in Alabama, it isn’t fair to assume these are the best cities in Alabama. There are even more wealthy towns in Alabama that deserve mention as well.

Are you a resident of any of these cities or know someone who is? Are these cities as wonderful as they appear to be, or are they extremely overrated? Let us know in the comments!

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What is the wealthiest county in Alabama?

Two counties battle it out for the wealthiest county in Alabama. You've got Jefferson County which contains Mountain Brook, which usually takes the top spot for the most affluent city. Then you have Shelby County which is home to Indian Springs, another top city. Of course, Fairhope Ala. is in Baldwin, another nice county. Among the top ten wealthiest cities in Alabama here are the wealthiest counties in Alabama:

  • Jefferson County
  • Shelby County
  • Montgomery County
  • Clair County
  • Madison County
  • Limestone County
  • Baldwin County

Is Birmingham Alabama a rich area?

Birmingham is not considered one of the richest areas of Alabama. While Birmingham does have some very affluent residents it also has some very poor areas as well. The per capita income for Birmingham is around $26,000, which puts it in the upper middle-income range for Alabama as a whole, but middle income relative to the rest of the US.

What is the nicest area in Birmingham Alabama?

Some of the nicest areas in Birmingham are around the Four Oaks Estate, Edgbaston, and Solihull neighborhoods. Here is a list of some of the nicest areas in Birmingham Alabama:

Greystone
City Centre
Crestline Heights
Red Mountain
Jewellery Quarter
Five Points South
Homewood
Trussville
Southside
Brindleyplace
Hoover

If you are basing your selection based on natural beauty, Alabama is filled with lovely spots that encourage you to explore nature. Here are 10 beautiful places in Alabama you must see when you visit.