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Talladega County, Alabama

According to Best Places to Live data, Talladega County has a cost-of-living score lower than the national average and lower than most cities in the state of Alabama. When considering education, crime, cost of living and overall happiness of the residents, Talladega County also has an above average livability score.

Cost of Living

23.3%

lower than national average

8.8%

lower than Alabama average

Housing Costs

60.2%

less than national average

37.1%

less than average Alabama home

Healthcare Costs

118.7%

less than national average

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Equal to state average

Utilities Costs

105.2%

less than national average

4%

lower than state average

Cities in Talladega County

Talladega

Talladega, the county seat, is world famous for the Talladega SuperSpeedway and the Talladega 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup circuit races. Talladega is also home to the beautiful Cheaha State Park and Talladega National Forest, providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure. Talladega also offers a Civilian Marksmanship Program at Talladega Marksmanship Park.

Sylacauga

Known as the “Marble City” because of its 32-mile-long solid marble deposit, Sylacauga has been recognized six times as one of the “100 Best Communities for Young People” by America’s Promise Alliance.

Lincoln

Known for its small-town charm, Lincoln is situated on Logan Martin Lake and boasts its world-class fishing park at Lincoln’s Landing. As the largest public access site on Logan Martin Lake, Lincoln’s Landing is the perfect venue for fishing tournaments that can accommodate over three hundred and fifty trucks with trailers.

Childersburg

Childersburg dates to 1540 and began as a village settled by the Coosa Indian Nation. It claims to be the oldest continually occupied city in America.
Home to World-Famous

Talladega SuperSpeedway

Talladega County is the home of the world’s most exciting NASCAR events. Talladega Superspeedway is nestled in the northern part of Talladega County, easily accessible from I-20. More than 300,000 fans make their way to Talladega Superspeedway each year for the two weekend events the speedway hosts.

Known for Its

Beauty & Outdoor Adventures

Talladega County exists in a setting so beautiful and bountiful that four different Indian tribes lay claim to it during ancient times. The County is paradise to golfers, joggers, boaters, cyclists, hunters, fishermen, hikers, tennis players, water skiers, power walkers, NASCAR fans, football fans, and just about everyone who enjoys having fun outdoors. Home to Talladega National Forest, six different lakes are located in the County, plus countless streams and an abundance of parks.

Healthcare

Talladega County offers 2 hospitals, the county health department and various nursing homes. There are also more than two dozen private medical practices and clinics available.

Tourism & Visitor Information