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Brookwood’s story
136 years in pictures
Census counts: 196 in 1970, 2,504 in 2020. The archive holds 3 old photos and papers going back to 2004 and 3 maps from 1934 on.
- 1890Brookwood is settled
BrookwoodAL
A town of 2,467, settled in 1890.
Population
2,467
2025 Census estimate · −1.2% since 2020
Typical home
$211K
−3.2% in a year
Household income
$81K
median
Median age
36.7
years
Jobs based here
2,674
A job hub
Is Brookwood a good place to live?
The best of Brookwood’s subject grades are a B+ for incomes and a B for cost of living; the weakest is a D for walkability. 8.6% of residents are 65 or older in Brookwood, against 18% in Alabama’s towns and 18% across U.S. towns. Brookwood's civic life (library use, community groups, volunteering) trails 97% of U.S. towns. The biggest park or preserve is Brookwood Town Park, at 32 acres. Brookwood has fewer than 2,500 residents, so it gets subject grades but no overall grade.
WeakestDWalkability
What makes Brookwood stand out
Where Brookwood beats most towns.
A growing town
Brookwood has grown 35% since 2010
1,828 counted in 2010 and 2,504 in 2020; an estimated 2,467 in 2025.
U.S. Census 2010 & 2020 counts · Census Bureau estimate, July 1, 2025
How Brookwood grades
Each subject compared with towns across the country (schools within Alabama), ordered by how far Brookwood is from typical.
WalkabilityEPA walkability 5.5 of 20; 0.1% of households have no car; 0% of workers walk, bike or ride transitDOpen →Jobs & income$81K median household incomeB+Open →SafetyCOpen →Cost of livingBOpen →Hazard riskFEMA risk higher than 43% of U.S. communities; inland flooding tops the listB−Open →SchoolsB−Open →HealthLess healthy than 53% of U.S. towns; DCH Regional Medical Center 11.5 miles awayB−Open →
Character Graded, but not part of the overall grade.
Outdoors2 miles of trails; 0% conserved landC−Open →HistoryC−Open →Civic life1.5 community nonprofits per 1,000 residentsD−Open →
Described, not graded Taste, not quality: snow or an older crowd is neither good nor bad.
How TownRatings grades towns →
Getting set up
The full setup list →Moving to Brookwood: who provides what
Who provides power, water and the rest in Brookwood, and how to reach them.
PowerAlabama Power17.9¢/kWh · EIA 2025HIFLD · EIA
WaterCarrolls Creek, Water Authority3 health-based violations in 5 years · EPAEPA
Internet4 providers91% of addresses get 100/20 MbpsFCC
Trash & dumpNot on file yetWe don’t have Brookwood’s trash rules yet
Register to voteOnlineIn Alabama you can register online until 15 days before Election Day, in person until 15 days before Election Day, or by mail (received 15 days before).vote.govWho runs elections hereTuscaloosa County Circuit ClerkTuscaloosa County; contacts on the Handbook page.FVAP, Jul 2019
ZIP code3544435444 99%Census 2020
EPA SDWIS (Oct 9, 2026) · HIFLD + EIA-861 2025 · Census 2020 ZCTAs · NCES 2024–25 · registration: vote.gov, updated Nov 18, 2024.
The data
Ordered by what stands out in Brookwood.
Work & commuteJobs & income grade B+
Brookwood has 2.9 jobs for every working resident, and 2,618 people commute in
Most working residents leave Brookwood for work: only 6% work in town. 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line in Brookwood, below both Alabama’s towns (16%) and U.S. towns (9.6%). Since 2013, Brookwood has added 293 jobs, to 2,674 in 2023.
6%work in town
| Brookwood | Alabama towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below the poverty line | 7.5% | 16% | 9.6% |
| Average trip to work | 28 minutes | 25 minutes | 25 minutes |
| Median household income | $81,000 | $62,000 | $80,000 |
| Working residents who work in town | 6.1% | 10% | 8% |
Where working residents work
In Brookwood6%
Tuscaloosa31%
Birmingham5%
Northport5%
Bessemer4%
14 mi
median commute distance
2,674
jobs based in Brookwood
A job hub
jobs vs. working residents
D
Walkability grade: more walkable than 10% of U.S. towns
Census LEHD 2023 · ACS
SchoolsB−
On state tests, Brookwood’s schools trail 53% of Alabama districts
Its public schools are run by the Tuscaloosa County school district. One of its 2 schools is below, with why it’s listed.
47%of AL districts it outscoresB−School Grade
| School | Level | Students | Letter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookwood Middle SchoolLargest public middle schoolGrades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 | 738 | C |
NCES · EDFacts · graded within AL on state tests and graduation
Who lives here
Younger than Alabama overall
People 65 and older are 9% of residents (18% statewide); adults 18 to 34 are 30% of residents (22% statewide). 17% of Brookwood residents are under 18. 24% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree or more, vs 28% across Alabama.
36.7median age · AL 39.3
| Brookwood | Alabama towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 17% | 23% | 22% |
| Median age | 36.7 years | 39.2 years | 40.5 years |
| Bachelor’s degree or more, 25+ | 24% | 23% | 29% |
BrookwoodAlabamaUnited States
Ages · share of residents
20%
Education · adults 25 and older
No diploma9%
High school31%
Some college21%
Associate’s15%
Bachelor’s19%
Graduate5%
Women and men · all residents
Somewhere between 36% and 69% women
The Census survey reached too few of Brookwood’s residents to say more: its margin here is ±16.3 points. Across Alabama, 51.4% of residents are women.
| Brookwood | AL | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10 | 9.8% | 11.8% | 11.6% |
| 10 to 17 | 7.6% | 10.4% | 10.3% |
| 18 to 24 | 10.3% | 9.5% | 9.1% |
| 25 to 34 | 19.5% | 12.9% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 | 10.4% | 12.4% | 13.2% |
| 45 to 54 | 18% | 12.2% | 12.2% |
| 55 to 64 | 15.8% | 13% | 12.7% |
| 65 to 74 | 5.8% | 10.7% | 10.2% |
| 75 and older | 2.8% | 7.1% | 7% |
| No diploma | 9% | 11.4% | 10.4% |
| High school | 31.4% | 30.3% | 26% |
| Some college | 20.8% | 20.8% | 19.1% |
| Associate’s | 14.9% | 9.1% | 8.8% |
| Bachelor’s | 19.1% | 17.3% | 21.6% |
| Graduate | 4.9% | 11.1% | 14.1% |
U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2020-2024 5-year estimates · in a town of 2,500, single groups can be off by several points
SafetyC
More crime per resident in Brookwood than in 66% of U.S. towns
Brookwood’s violent crime rate is 3.3 per 1,000 residents.
34%of U.S. towns report more crimeCSafety Grade
| Brookwood | Alabama towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crimes per 1,000 (2025) | 3.3 per 1,000 residents | 2.9 | 1.6 |
| Property crimes per 1,000 (2025) | 11.5 per 1,000 residents | 16.9 | 9.9 |
Violent crime per 1,000 residents
Brookwood3.3
Alabama3.5
U.S.3.3
Property crime per 1,000 residents
Brookwood11.5
Alabama15
U.S.15.5
34th
percentile among U.S. towns we grade
8
violent crimes reported in 2025
28
property crimes reported in 2025
FBI crime data, 2025 · crimes reported to police
Climate
In Brookwood, expect mild winters and hot summers
Brookwood has mild winters and warm summers, with plenty of rain. The July high in Brookwood is 91°F.
91°summer high
Typical low → high °F
Winter36–57°
Spring51–75°
Summer69–90°
Fall52–76°
Nov 11
typical first frost
Mar 20
typical last frost
+0.4°
vs. the 20th-century average
91°
typical summer high
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals, 1991–2020
HousingCost of living grade B
Homes in Brookwood are worth about $211K, by Zillow’s estimate
The typical Brookwood home is worth about $211,000, down 3.2% in a year, 12% below the Alabama typical home. 91% of households own their home in Brookwood.
$211KZillow home value
| Brookwood | Alabama towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households that own their home | 91% | 69% | 73% |
| Median rent | $1,097 a month | $940 a month | $1,185 a month |
Typical home value
Brookwood$211K
Alabama$239K
−3.2%
value change, 1 year
3
homes sold in May
Census ACS, 2020–24 · Zillow Home Value Index · Redfin Data Center
Natural hazardsHazard risk grade B−
Moderate risk in Brookwood, with inland flooding at the top
Expected storm and flood damage is lower than in 57% of U.S. communities.
43risk score of 100
FEMA risk score
Inland floodingTornadoesHeat waves
5
federal disasters paid out here
FEMA National Risk Index · OpenFEMA
HealthB−
Brookwood stands out in Alabama and nationally, with more of its adults who have been diagnosed with depression
Only 1 of the 188 Alabama towns we compare have a higher share of adults who have been diagnosed with depression than Brookwood.
47%healthier than U.S. townsB−Health Grade
| Brookwood | Alabama towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depression (CDC PLACES) | 27% | 24% | 23% |
| Diabetes (CDC PLACES) | 10% | 15% | 12% |
| Frequent mental distress (CDC PLACES) | 19% | 18% | 17% |
| High blood pressure (CDC PLACES) | 36% | 43% | 35% |
32 measures vs. Alabama
10 better19 too close to call3 worse
| What stands out | Brookwood | AL |
|---|---|---|
| Fewer older adults who have lost all their teeth | 10.6% | 15.4% |
| Fewer adults with diabetes | 10.3% | 14.8% |
| More binge drinkers | 17.9% | 14.1% |
DCH Regional Medical Center
11.5 mi away · emergency room
3 of 3
care shortages: primary care, dental, mental health
CDC PLACES 2025 · modeled estimates for adults · CMS · HRSA
OutdoorsC−
Brookwood has set aside 0.2% of its land for conservation
2.0 miles of trail in 1 park or preserve.
0.2%conserved
| Brookwood | Alabama towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conserved land | 0.2% | 1.2% | 4.3% |
| Miles of trail per square mile | 0.2 miles per square mile | 0.1 | 0.4 |
0.2%
conserved · 10 of 5,388 acres
2.0 mi
of trails · 0.2 per sq mi
| Biggest places to walk | Trails | Acres |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Brookwood Town Park | 0.8 mi | 32 |
Trails & parks © OpenStreetMap contributors · Conserved land: USGS PAD-US
Nearby attractions
All 27 attractions →Bryant–Denny Stadium and 22 more within 40 miles
Museums, parks, gardens and other places to visit around Brookwood. Close and well known come first.
Big draw13 mi Stadium & arenaBryant–Denny Stadium
34 mi Stadium & arenaLegion Field
36 mi Stadium & arenaProtective Stadium
24 mi Ancient siteMoundville Archaeological Site
37 mi MuseumSloss Furnaces
36 mi Stadium & arenaLegacy ArenaSources: National Park Service · ski areas © OpenSkiMap / OpenStreetMap contributors · Wikidata · Wikipedia readership · photos via Wikimedia Commons
Photo credits
Bryant–Denny Stadium: Joel יוֹאֵל, CC BY-SA 2.0 · Legion Field: USGS, Public domain · Protective Stadium: Unknown, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Moundville Archaeological Site: Altairisfar (Jeffrey Reed), CC BY-SA 3.0 · Sloss Furnaces: DXR, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Legacy Arena: AuburnShuffle, CC0
Keep exploring
Everything we know about Brookwood
19pages on Brookwood
The big questions
SchoolsB−Behind 53% of AL districts · 2 schoolsSafetyC3.3 violent crimes per 1,000 residents (2025)HealthB−Better than AL on 10 of 32 CDC measuresCost of livingB$211K typical home · down 3.2% in a yearWork & commuteB+$81K median household income · 2,674 jobs hereNatural hazardsB−FEMA risk higher than 43% of U.S. communities · inland flooding
Out and about
The story
After high school
Colleges nearby
2 within 15 miles of the center of Brookwood
The University of AlabamaUniversity or college · Public · Tuscaloosa12.5 mi$12,180 in-state tuitionStillman CollegeUniversity or college · Private nonprofit · Tuscaloosa14.9 mi$12,126 tuition
About 5 of every 100 Brookwood residents are enrolled in college, about the same as Alabama.
A job hub
Every workday, about 2,618 people come to Brookwood for work
Where Brookwood’s working residents go each day. Line width shows the share.
2,674jobs based in Brookwood
6%of working residents work in town
14 mimedian commute distance
Census LEHD 2023
About Brookwood
City in Alabama, United States
Brookwood is a city in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States. It incorporated in September 1977. As of the 2020 census, the population of the town is 2,504.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 · facts via Wikidata (CC0)
- Area
- 8.5 sq mi
- Elevation
- 600 ft
- ZIP code
- 35444
- Area code
- 205
Brookwood’s neighbors
One town shares a border with Brookwood.
TuscaloosaBrookwood
How the neighbors grade
| Town | AL rank | Overall | Cost | Safety | Schools | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookwood | — | — | B | C | B− | B− |
| Tuscaloosa | #143 | D | C+ | D | C | C |
Brookwood has fewer than 2,500 residents, so it gets subject grades but no overall grade. Compare Brookwood with a neighbor →
Questions about Brookwood
Short answers, built from the data on this page.
Is Brookwood, AL expensive?
That is 3.4 years of the area's median household income ($61,517 across the Tuscaloosa, AL metro area). Cost of living, which also weighs rents, property taxes and how many households pay 30% or more of their income for housing, grades B.