Birmingham Lifestyle

The Birmingham - Hoover Metropolitan Area offers an unprecedented quality of life. The housing market and cost of living are among the most affordable in the Southeast. Area schools are nationally recognized among the nation's best. And even though the state's largest city is a bustling metropolitan city, Birmingham still holds its southern roots.

You can leave the lively business district downtown and in 30 minutes be hiking in the woods atop Oak Mountain. You can walk to work from a downtown loft or live in one of the historical neighborhoods.

In Birmingham, you'll find the best quality of healthcare ranked in the nation. For those who love to shop till they drop, the Magic City is home to Saks Incorporated and other high quality shops.

Click on one of the lists below or to the left to learn more about Birmingham's lifestyle