Pelham, AL vs Pooler, GA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Pelham
73.9
#665 nationally
Pooler
75.2
#491 nationally
Pooler leads in crime level (2.9 vs 4.5). Pooler leads in average commute (24 min vs 27.4 min). Pelham leads in cost of living index (101 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pelham, AL | Pooler, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#665) | 75.2 (#491) |
| Population | 25,121 | 29,544 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $328,477 | $343,718 |
| Median Household Income | $94,108 | $89,812 |
| Average Commute | 27.4 min | 24 min |
| Walk Score | 13 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 4.5 | 2.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+40.8 | D+18.0 |
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73.9 Score
Pelham, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$328,477
Population
25,121
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
13
Southeast
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75.2 Score
Pooler, GA
Small Georgia city with local appeal
Median Home
$343,718
Population
29,544
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Southeast
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