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Northport, Alabama

Introduction to Northport, Alabama

Northport, Alabama, in Tuscaloosa county, is 1 miles N of Tuscaloosa, Alabama (center to center) and 187 miles W of Atlanta, Georgia. Part of the surrounding Tuscaloosa metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Northport is home to some 19,435 residents.

Northport History

Northport was first settled in 1813. It was originally known as "Kentuck" or "Canetuck." Later on, the area was renamed to Northport. It was named due to its location along the river. The city was incorporated in 1871. The city's first newspaper was known as the "Northport Spectator" and was published in 1870.

Northport and nearby Attractions

  • Northport Heritage Museum
  • Children's Hands-On Museum Of Tuscaloosa
  • Northbrook Plaza Shopping Center
  • Bridge Avenue Church of God
  • Kentuck Museum
  • Lake Lurleen State Park

Things To Do In Northport

Northport is home to the Northport Heritage Museum, which exhibits a collection of the city’s historic artifacts and photographs. One of Northport's most notable cultural activities is the Kentuck Festival of the Arts. The festival celebrates folk and contemporary art as well as traditional crafts. Lake Lurleen State Park is a scenic state park located on a 250-acre lake. Park amenities include a fully equipped campground, nature center, play and picnic areas, pavilions, swimming beach, bath house, fishing piers, rental canoes, and paddle boats.

Northport Transportation

Tuscaloosa Regional Airport is the nearest airport.

Northport Higher Education

Higher education can be availed from the University of Alabama, Shelton State Community College, and University of Alabama at Birmingham.

High Points

Northport strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alabama):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyNorthport Well-Paid Single Women
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyNorthport Affordability of Property Taxes
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 6%Northport College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 9%Northport Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 12%Northport Racial Diversity
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 13%Northport Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 16%Northport People in Middle Class or Better
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 17%Northport Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Northport, AL

Comparing Northport to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Alabama (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population109
Racial Diversity89
Well-Paid Single Women710
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Senior Citizens55
Well-Paid Single Men510
Age of the Population43
Male Share of the Population13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size45
Portion of People Married44

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults810
Median Family Income69
People in Middle Class or Better59
People Above Poverty47

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times79
Walking and Biking to Work37
Public Transportation Use26
Working at Home13

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes102
Housing Recently Built99
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals79
People Living Alone66
Affordability of Rents62
Seasonal and Vacation Housing64

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime45
Low Violent Crime22

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