Phenix City, AL Area Guide

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Phenix City Area Facts

  • Phenix City has a Livability Score of 59/100, which is considered below average
  • Phenix City crime rates are 126% higher than the Alabama average
  • Cost of living in Phenix City is 3% higher than the Alabama average
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Phenix City Alabama: A Jewel by the River User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 26, 2018) Phenix city is my home. This city in Alabama is a part of my childhood and I can say without a doubt that it is one of the best cities in Alabama and one of the most family friendly places to be.
Phenix city recently has started expanding its attractions. The downtown area is ex ...Read More cellent with great nightclubs and restaurants. I love the food so much. My favorite ice cream shop is downtown in Phenix city. Now they have the kayaking and water rafting attraction. With the Chattahoochee river running alongside the city it has a very scenic and natural energy about it.
The places to shop at are numerous as well. Phenix city is close to Georgia and they tend to share attractions. This doubles the fun that can be found in Phenix city. The carnivals and fairs and local events will have the whole family entertained for generations. There is always something going on in the community and the people are friendly and sport some of that classic southern hospitality. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Phenix City? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Kid Alley Residential Historic District
      Snow Valley Residential Historic District
      Girard Historic District
      Upper Twentieth Street Residential Historic District
      Woodruff Riverfront Park
      Brownville-Summerville Historic District
      Chattahoochee Promenade
      McCann Field

      Entertainment

      Phenix City Amphitheater
      Rivercenter for the Performing Arts
      Springer Opera House
      Golden Park
      Columbus Civic Center
      A. J. McClung Memorial Stadium
      National Civil War Naval Museum
      Bradley Museum

      Food & Drink

      Burger King
      Dunkin'
      Domino's
      Subway
      Taco Bell
      Chattahoochee Brewing Company
      Billiards on Broad
      Subway

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Phenix City? Of all people who commute, 0.3% take public transportation in Phenix City.
      Drive to Work
      87%

      10% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Phenix City? The cost of living in Phenix City is 91/100 - which is 3% higher than Alabama.
      Phenix City
      91

      9% less expensive than average

      Alabama
      88

      12% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Phenix City? Phenix City crime rates are 4,747, which are 126% higher than Alabama
      Total Crime
      4,747 per 100k people

      108% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 22

      108% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      4%

      Year over year crime is up

      F Employment

      What is the median income in Phenix City? The median income in Phenix City is $41,842 which is 7% lower than Alabama.
      Median household income
      $41,84224% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $25,51214% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      18% lower than the US average

      F Health & Safety

      Is Phenix City a healthy and safe place to live? No, there are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,

      Hospitals

      Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Doctors

      A Housing

      What are Phenix City home prices? Phenix City home prices are $130,100 - which is 1% higher than Alabama
      Median home value
      $130,10030% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $82213% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      51%

      20% lower than the US average

      D+ Schools

      Does Phenix City have good schools? The Phenix City graduation rate is 81% - which is 2% higher than Alabama
      High school grad. rates
      81%

      3% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      47%

      3% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      15:1

      8% lower than the US average

      A User Ratings

      Is Phenix City a good place to live? Phenix City has an overall rating of 83% from 5 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      83%

      5 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      90%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      66%

      4 total surveys

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