House District 63 – Did You Know?
Key Stats & Community Realities
- District 63 includes parts of Tuscaloosa County, including neighborhoods near the University of Alabama, and parts of eastern Tuscaloosa.
- Population Estimate: ~45,000–48,000 residents
- Racial Makeup (Est.):
- ~51% White
- ~42% Black
- ~4% Hispanic
- ~2% Other / Mixed
- Poverty Rate: Over 24% in some parts of the district
- Median Household Income: Below state average approx. $36,000–$42,000 in lower-income census tracts
- Unemployment Rate: Slightly higher than state average, especially in majority-Black neighborhoods
Housing & Infrastructure
- Many neighborhoods are still recovering from the 2011 tornado, with long-term housing instability
- Public housing availability is limited, and rents have increased due to college-town pressures
- Food deserts exist in east Tuscaloosa and rural parts of the district with limited access to grocery stores or healthy food options
Education
- District overlaps with Tuscaloosa City Schools and Tuscaloosa County Schools
- High disparities in school performance and funding depending on ZIP code
- Some schools have a 90%+ minority student body but receive fewer resources than wealthier zones
- Voucher programs threaten to divert more money away from public schools in the district
Healthcare
- Many residents rely on Medicaid, especially children, seniors, and low-income workers
- Limited access to mental health services and women’s health clinics
- Local hospitals are stretched, and transportation is a major barrier for rural residents
What People Are Saying
- “We need better roads and real bus service — people can’t get to jobs or doctor visits.”
- “Groceries are a 20-minute drive for me, and I don’t have a car.”
- “My son’s school needs everything — textbooks, new lockers, teachers that stay.”
Why It Matters
- District 63 has potential for growth, but too many residents are being left behind.
- There’s a growing need for representatives who understand both sides of the district from campus-adjacent growth to rural struggles with poverty and infrastructure.
- I want to be that representative that bridges the gap between both sides of HD63.