If you are moving to Alabama, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says an out-of-state license is transferred in person at an ALEA office with your license, Social Security card, a primary ID document and two proofs of residence, for a $5 transfer fee and a $36.25 license fee. ALEA's driver manual lets a new resident drive on a valid out-of-state license for 30 days. The Census Bureau reports a median gross rent of $1,007 and a median household income of $63,999 (2020–2024). This is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.
Alabama at a glance (U.S. Census Bureau)
| Measure | Value | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Population estimate | 5,193,088 | July 1, 2025 |
| Population (decennial census) | 5,024,279 | April 1, 2020 |
| Median gross rent | $1,007 | 2020–2024 |
| Median household income | $63,999 | 2020–2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts. We did not read the home-value figure.
First 90 days checklist
- Driver license: transfer it at an ALEA office; an out-of-state license that has not been expired for more than a year can be transferred without the driver exam (ALEA).
- Vehicle: we did not verify Alabama's vehicle registration deadline; check with the state.
- Housing: compare cities on the cities and regions guide and the real estate guide.
- Hiring help: we did not verify a state license lookup; ask for the license number and confirm it with the regulator.
- Support: dial 211; 988 for crisis support.
Getting around
See transportation for the transit fares we verified.
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