Helena Public RecordsAlabama

Helena, Shelby, AL has a homeownership rate of approximately 85%, with median home values around $310,000 as of 2024. The average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment is about $1,650 monthly. The housing market has seen prices rise roughly 5% year-over-year. Most homes are single-family residences, especially in neighborhoods like Old Cahaba and Hillsboro. Property tax rates average 0.37%, making local taxes lower than the national average. The area offers a suburban atmosphere with good schools and family-friendly amenities.

Helena, located in Shelby County, Alabama, does not have a full-service hospital within city limits; residents typically access care at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster (8 miles away) or Grandview Medical Center (15 miles). The city has several primary care and urgent care clinics. As of 2022, Shelby County's uninsured rate was approximately 8.6%. The population is 83% White, 10% Black, with a median age of 37. Common health concerns include diabetes (10%) and hypertension (33% adults). Provider-to-population ratio is roughly 1:1,400, lower than the state average.

Transportation in Helena, located in Shelby County, AL, is primarily car-dependent, with over 94% of commuters driving alone, and only about 0.2% using public transit. Average commute time is approximately 32 minutes, longer than the national average. Public transportation options are minimal, necessitating high vehicle ownership—about 97% of households have at least one car. Major employment centers are in nearby Birmingham and Hoover, accessed via US Highway 31 and I-65. Road infrastructure supports heavy commuter traffic but limited transit alternatives contribute to consistent use of personal vehicles for work travel.

As of the 2020 Census, Helena city in Shelby County, Alabama, had a population of 19,987. The median age was 36.5 years. Gender distribution was fairly even, with 49.4% male and 50.6% female. Racially, Helena was 83.9% White, 8% Black or African American, 2.6% Asian, 0.2% Native American, 1.5% two or more races, and 3.5% Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Helena, located in Shelby County, AL, is served primarily by Helena High School and Helena Middle School, with a total of 3 public schools. The public schools have an average GreatSchools rating of 7/10. Around 37% of Helena adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. School safety is rated above average, with a reported 0.6 incidents per 100 students annually. The schools offer Advanced Placement and honors programs, dual enrollment, and STEM initiatives, supporting both college and career readiness. Local adult education opportunities are available through nearby community colleges and online programs.