Cottondale vs West Tuscaloosa

Tuscaloosa, AL Neighborhood Comparison
Overall Edge
It's a tie
Both neighborhoods are evenly matched
Neighborhood A
Cottondale
$260k median
Suburban Family
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Neighborhood B
West Tuscaloosa
$123k median
Mixed Up And Coming
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Cottondale
Metric
West Tuscaloosa
$260k

Median Price
$123k
7/10

School Rating
5/10
Cottondale
Median Price
100%
School Rating
100%
West Tuscaloosa
Median Price
47%
School Rating
71%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cottondale or West Tuscaloosa more expensive?

Cottondale has a median home price of $260k and West Tuscaloosa is $123k. West Tuscaloosa is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Cottondale or West Tuscaloosa?

Cottondale has a school rating of 7/10 and West Tuscaloosa rates 5/10 on the NeighborSeek scale.

Which is more walkable?

Cottondale scores N/A/100 for walkability. West Tuscaloosa scores N/A/100. West Tuscaloosa is the more walkable option.