One of America’s wealthiest communities is in Alabama, analysis shows

California dominates the list of America’s wealthiest suburbs, but an Alabama suburb is making its mark, according to a GOBankingRates 2025 analysis.

The top 50 wealthiest suburbs have an average household income of over $260,000 and the Golden State secured 17 spots on the list.

GOBankingRates analyzed data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Zillow, focusing on cities with at least 5,000 households to identify the 50 suburbs with the highest average household incomes.

Mountain Brook is the only Alabama suburb to make the list. This Birmingham suburb took 30th place with an average household income of $302,510. According to Census data, this is nearly 5 times the state average of $62,212. Homes in Mountain Brook have an average value of $1,037,577, while the state average is $234,052 as reported by Zillow.

Here’s a closer look at the 10 wealthiest suburbs in the country:

1. Scarsdale, New York

This New York City suburb tops GOBankingRates’ list for the second year in a row. It is family friendly and has top rated schools along with distinct Tudor architecture, according to Business Insider. The average household income is $601,193. The typical home value in this pricey suburb is $1,207,528.

2. Rye, New York

Rye is another New York City suburb. It’s known for its waterfront estates and old-fashioned appeal, according to real estate website Compass. The average household income in Rye is $421,259 and the average home value is $1,875,248.

3. West University Place, Texas

West University Place is a walkable suburb of Houston. It is located near Rice University and home to Rice Village, a popular dining and shopping area, according to Texas Real Estate Source. Homes in West University Place have a typical home value of $982,834 with households making an average income of $417,382.

4. Los Altos, California

This charming suburb of San Jose offers residents a suburban feel with plenty of parks, restaurants, and coffee shops, according to Niche. The average household income for this charming suburb is $403,512. Homes here have an average value of $4,562,702.

5. Alamo, California

Alamo is located just outside of Oakland. It’s known for its natural beauty and many outdoor recreational activities, according to Hamlet. The average household income in Alamo is $403,334, while the average home value is a little over $2.5 million.

6. University Park, Texas

University Park is a suburb of Dallas, home to Southern Methodist University and the George W. Bush Presidential Center, according to TripAdvisor. Households in University Park average an income of $389,868. Homes in this wealthy suburb have a typical value of $2,456,871.

7. Southlake, Texas

This suburb of Fort Worth is known for its affluence, luxury amenities and excellent schools, according to Dallas Luxury Living. Residents of Southlake make an average of $382,520. The average home value is $1,290,325.

8. Hinsdale, Illinois

Hinsdale is located near Chicago and is one of the wealthiest in the area. It is ranked as the best place to raise a family in Illinois by Niche. The average household income is $376,366. Typical home value is $1,234,894.

9. Orinda, California

Orinda is located between Berkely and Oakland. This suburb is known for its walking trails and breathtaking greenery, according to SFGATE. Households in Orinda bring in $369,073. Homes here have an average value of $1,993,154.

10. Wellesley, Massachusetts

This Boston suburb has a highly rated public school district and is home to Wellesley College and Boston College, according to Home and Money. The average household income in Wellesley is $368,179 and typical home value is $2,079,414.

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