Geography
Hoover boasts a prime location between the mountains and the beach.
Cultural Attractions
The city hosts the world-class Preserve Jazz Festival, which attracts artists such as Oteil Burbridge, also known as the Allman Brothers' bassist.
Recreation
Aldridge Gardens features the snowflake hydrangea cultivated by the Aldridge Family, Hoover locals.
Historical
Hoover sits atop a massive coal bed called the Cahaba Coal Fields. As early as the Civil War these fields were developed to provide coal for making arms for the Confederacy.
Economy
Hoover is home to the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama headquarters and an AT&T data center.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 75,719
- Population under 55:
- 76.0%
- Population over 55:
- 24.0%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Atlanta
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 91°F July High, 32°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $63,274
- Median home price:
- $260,000
- Average property tax:
- $13
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 6.7%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 6
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 9
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 18/2
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 32/2
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 245
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