Steele Public RecordsAlabama

Steele, located in Saint Clair County, Alabama, had a 2020 population of 992. The median age is around 45 years. Age distribution is about 20% under 18, 55% ages 18–64, and 25% aged 65 or older. Gender is approximately balanced, with 50% male and 50% female. Racially, Steele is about 87% White, 7% Black or African American, 2% two or more races, 1% Native American, and 3% Hispanic or Latino.

Steele, a small city in St. Clair County, Alabama, relies primarily on private vehicle transportation, with over 95% of residents commuting by car and an average commute time of approximately 28 minutes (U.S. Census Bureau, 2022). Public transit usage is negligible, as there are no fixed-route services within the city. The city’s transportation infrastructure consists mainly of U.S. Route 11 and Interstate 59, providing access to major employment hubs in Birmingham and Gadsden. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 2 vehicles per household on average, reflecting limited local public transit and dispersed employment centers.

Steele, a city in St. Clair County, AL, offers a median home value of about $128,000 and a median rent of $830 per month. Homeownership is high, with nearly 72% of residents owning their homes. Predominant housing types are single-family detached houses on spacious lots. Property values have shown a moderate 4% increase year-over-year. Notable neighborhoods include central Steele and rural outskirts. Property tax rates in St. Clair County average 0.37%, keeping annual taxes around $470 for a median-priced home, making Steele an affordable option for both owners and renters seeking a rural, community-focused lifestyle.

Steele City, part of St. Clair County, AL, is served by St. Clair County School District, with students typically attending Ashville schools. The area has one K-12 public school (Ashville High, enrollment ~420, graduation rate 94%) nearby; there are no colleges in Steele. About 84% of adults hold a high school diploma, and 12% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety initiatives include security staff and surveillance. Educational programs include AP courses and vocational training. Local schools average a 6/10 rating for academic performance, and adult education is accessible through county programs.

Steele, a small city in Saint Clair County, AL, has limited local healthcare facilities, with no full-service hospitals within city limits; nearby hospitals include St. Vincent’s St. Clair Hospital (25+ beds) in Pell City and Gadsden Regional Medical Center. Local healthcare access relies on small clinics and family practices. Saint Clair County has an uninsured rate of 12.8%, with 87% covered mainly by employer-based or government insurance. The population is predominantly White (over 85%), with common health issues including diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, reflecting county-wide morbidity trends. Healthcare provider density is lower than the state average.