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Gordo, AL

Alabama · Tuscaloosa County · Tuscaloosa Metro

Gordo is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,435. Residents earn $46,863 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,435 Population 442/sq mi density
$46,863 Median Income $24,033 per capita
$125,300 Home Value $170,324 Zillow
$523 Median Rent 26.0% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
121 Violent Crime/100K 1,636 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,863 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,300 home value, $523/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
121 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $46,863
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,300
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 121/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $523
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.0%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

How Gordo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,435
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density442/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,863
Per Capita$24,033
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$14,447M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,300
Rent$523
Ownership66.0%
Zillow$170,324
Housing Units728
Rent Burden26.0%

Crime

F
Violent121/100K
Property1,636/100K

Health

Obesity47.0%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking17.8%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation290 ft (88 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score4.53

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute33 min
Broadband80.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Gordo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordo receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gordo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordo is $46,863, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gordo is $125,300, 56% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $523 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Gordo is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,636 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gordo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gordo has a population of 1,435 with a density of 442 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.8% female and 56.2% male. The city is predominantly White (50%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 45.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.7% of residents. 7.0% of the population are veterans. 17.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,435
Total Population
442
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gordo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordo is $46,863, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,033 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,145, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,406 business establishments, including 507 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 5.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gordo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,863
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,033
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$72,247
Gini Index0.471 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,406
County GDP$14,447M

Business (County)

Restaurants507
Healthcare463
Retail710
Manufacturing131

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,182
38% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordo is $125,300, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,324, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $523 (55% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 728 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $2,182 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 26.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,324

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$523
55% below US avg
Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units728
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,182
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Gordo, 47.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 42.4% have high blood pressure. 17.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.9% report binge drinking. 31.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 11.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,587. The dentist ratio is 1:2,234. 66.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Gordo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.0%
46% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure42.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.1%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,587
Dentists1:2,234
Mental Health1:592
Checkup Rate80.2%
Dental Visits56.1%
Premature Death10,422/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities463
Gordo has a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,636 per 100,000, 17% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 41 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Gordo receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Gordo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent121.2/100K
68% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,636.4/100K
17% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
Traffic Accidents43
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Gordo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 290 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation290 ft (88 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density442/sq mi
Coordinates33.3223°N, 87.9037°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyTuscaloosa County County
Nearest AirportGolden Triangle Regional (GTR)
41 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.8"
52% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.50"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.35"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0420 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability55.2 / 100
Community Resilience71.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

62 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2020.

Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 88 km
Jun 30, 2015 12 km W of Union, Alabama M3.5 39 km
Apr 21, 2009 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama M3.4 93 km
Jun 24, 1998 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama M3.4 91 km
May 28, 1995 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama M3.4 16 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 88 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 28 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 49 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 49 km
May 10, 2008 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi M3.1 143 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 44 km
Mar 12, 2015 14 km W of Union, Alabama M3.1 42 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 48 km
Feb 27, 2015 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama M3.1 41 km
May 21, 2002 7 km ESE of York, Alabama M3.0 101 km
Sep 11, 1992 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama M3.0 41 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 77 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 44 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 120 km
May 28, 2000 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama M3.0 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Sally (2020, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Sally Category 1 285 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 233 km
2005 Dennis Category 2 286 km
2005 Katrina Category 1 211 km
2004 Ivan Category 2 215 km
1995 Opal Category 1 189 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

629 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 354 fatalities, 4,259 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 90 km 72
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 95 km 23
Apr 8, 1998 EF5 53 km 32
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 93 km 22
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 60 km 28
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 27 km 13
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 33 km 64
Dec 16, 2000 EF4 36 km 11
Feb 23, 1975 EF4 39 km 1
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 28 km 3
May 27, 1973 EF4 89 km 7
Mar 6, 1967 EF4 80 km 2
Mar 5, 1963 EF4 87 km 0
Nov 17, 1957 EF4 93 km 4
Apr 15, 1956 EF4 89 km 25
Mar 24, 2023 EF3 99 km 2
Mar 30, 2022 EF3 97 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 72 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 72 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 53 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX (5,018 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX 5,018 64 km
2019 OK C-49 4,745 66 km
2022 OK TORNADO UNIT 4,504 56 km
2022 OK COMP 40/53 4,093 63 km
2020 OK PAYNE LAKE 4,078 63 km
2022 OK C-1/2/3/4 COMBINED 3,841 56 km
2022 OK COMP 50/51/52 3,786 67 km
2016 MSNXR FY16 RX 1703B 3,633 88 km
1988 UNNAMED 3,616 96 km
1990 UNNAMED 3,605 88 km
2002 UNNAMED 3,593 97 km
2024 OAK COMP 16/17/18 RX 3,579 55 km
2005 UNNAMED 3,556 61 km
2021 OK 234 3,482 65 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,414 67 km
2022 OK C-36/38/39 COMBINED 3,373 59 km
1987 10 NOVEMBER 3,301 88 km
2021 OK COMP 33 AND 43 3,164 62 km
2021 OK COMP 49 3,146 67 km
2022 OK COMP 14 3,140 62 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 5.7 in
February 46°F (8°C) 5.2 in
March 54°F (12°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 5.6 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in
June 76°F (25°C) 4.0 in
July 83°F (29°C) 5.2 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.9 in
September 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in Driest
November 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
December 46°F (8°C) 5.5 in Coldest

Gordo has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 46°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and October the driest (3.4").

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Gordo is located in Tuscaloosa County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 17.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.8% of the vote, a 20.4-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 463 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 91.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
Traffic Accidents43
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score4.53
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density442/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi
CountyTuscaloosa County County

Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Avg Download Speed150.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed18.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities463
Restaurants507
Retail Stores710

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%
Average costs for common services in Gordo. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$591
Toddler$574
Preschool$557
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$449
Toddler$449
Preschool$449
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Tuscaloosa County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 18,528 200 $81,527 2.27
Accommodation & Food Services 10,954 540 $22,112 1.21
Retail Trade 10,830 760 $35,143 1.09
Health Care & Social Assistance 8,029 850 $48,762 0.56
Construction 4,838 480 $65,611 0.93
Administrative & Waste Services 4,748 292 $40,323 0.81
Professional & Technical Services 3,383 516 $79,381 0.49
Transportation & Warehousing 3,145 142 $58,001 0.75
Wholesale Trade 1,934 191 $77,319 0.49
Other Services 1,926 399 $46,330 0.64
Finance & Insurance 1,796 282 $82,216 0.45
Real Estate 1,644 276 $49,466 1.07
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,329 37 $123,387 3.54
Arts & Entertainment 868 68 $23,017 0.52
Educational Services 782 51 $31,576 0.38
Information & Technology 504 108 $88,438 0.27
Management of Companies 457 22 $197,896 0.27
Utilities 225 16 $118,356 0.60
Agriculture & Forestry 156 38 $59,530 0.19

Schools in Gordo

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gordo Elementary School Elementary 558 30 18.6:1
Gordo High School High 513 24 21.4:1
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Radio Stations near Gordo

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
98 TXT - WTXT - Fayette/Tuscaloosa, AL country AAC
94.1 ZBQ - WZBQ - Carrollton/Tuscaloosa, AL top 40 AAC

Campgrounds Near Gordo

10 campgrounds found near Gordo.

National Parks Near Gordo

7 national parks and monuments found near Gordo.

ParkTypeFee
Chickasaw State Park State Park Free
Lake Lowndes State Park State Park Free
Lake Lurleen State Park State Park Free
Paul M. Grist State Park State Park Free
Tombigbee State Park State Park Free
Trace State Park State Park Free
Tupelo National Battlefield National Battlefield Free

Museums in Gordo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ALICEVILLE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MACILES MUSEUM OF MISCELLANEAGENERAL MUSEUM
PICKENS COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 7932053647830

Libraries in Gordo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
REFORM PUBLIC LIBRARY302 FIRST STREET SOUTH0.016,500
ALICEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY416 THIRD AVENUE NE0.012,050
GORDO - RUTH HOLLIMAN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY287 MAIN STREET SOUTH0.09,429
CARROLLTON PUBLIC LIBRARY225 COMMERCE AVENUE0.07,425
MILLPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY920 BLACK STREET0.03,375
PICKENS COUNTY COOPERATIVE LIBRARY155 REFORM STREET0.0408

Farmers Markets in Gordo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gordo Farmers Market201 Main Street01/01/2013 to Thu: 7:00 AM-11:00 AM;
Pickens County Farmers Market25661 Highway 17 N01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Mon: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Tue: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM

Clinics in Gordo

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Whatley Medical Services

Pharmacies in Gordo

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 4969 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 82 SOUTH 205-364-0469

Cell Towers in Gordo

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
21672 HIGHWAY 17 (70408)GTOWER343
(Aliceville) BETHANY RD., PICKENS COUNTYGTOWER152
(Reform) 100 Water Mill RoadGTOWER149
686 Sandy Springs Road (70410)GTOWER110
151 Ben Elmore Rd(cr92)TOWER98
12617 Buhl Cut-Off Rd. (66721)LTOWER81
13151 HIGHWAY 11 SOUTH (66705)GTOWER60

Fire Stations in Gordo

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Gordo Volunteer Fire Department160 First AVE EVolunteer205-364-7111
Zion Volunteer Fire Department8444 Highway 159Volunteer205-364-1031

Bridges in Gordo

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete194913210,322F
Tee BeamConcrete19521509,811F
CulvertConcrete1954427,652F
Tee BeamConcrete19542727,221F
Tee BeamConcrete19654093,132F
Tee BeamConcrete19562382,667F
Tee BeamConcrete19561362,667F
Tee BeamConcrete19561362,582F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19562392,582F
Tee BeamConcrete19562722,582F
CulvertConcrete1968212,500G
CulvertConcrete1968252,500F
CulvertConcrete1968212,500G
Tee BeamConcrete19561362,480F
CulvertConcrete1956242,345F
CulvertConcrete1956242,345F
CulvertConcrete1947211,493F
CulvertConcrete195542600G
CulvertConcrete195521600F
Tee BeamConcrete1964375500F
CulvertConcrete196661500G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete2022150487G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber193072450P
CulvertConcrete195650400G
CulvertConcrete196637400G
Channel BeamConcrete1977133350F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber199730350F
Channel BeamConcrete197276300F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197760300F
Channel BeamConcrete199334300F
CulvertConcrete195650300F
CulvertConcrete195748200G
Channel BeamConcrete201234200G
CulvertConcrete202130200G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber193744150P
Channel BeamConcrete2002102150G
Channel BeamConcrete200034130F
Channel BeamConcrete200068125G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2009160120G
Channel BeamConcrete2009120120G
Channel BeamConcrete199334110G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197960100P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198160100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197531100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198431100P
Channel BeamConcrete198948100G
Channel BeamConcrete200034100G
Channel BeamConcrete196976100P
Channel BeamConcrete2001102100G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19944575G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19924675G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19804570F
CulvertConcrete20063270G
Channel BeamConcrete200612060G
CulvertConcrete20064160G
CulvertConcrete20064160G
Channel BeamConcrete200620450F
Channel BeamConcrete20023450F
Channel BeamConcrete200920450G
Channel BeamConcrete200310250F
Channel BeamConcrete200310250F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200529050G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200620450G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19904550F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19913150F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19933150F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19814545F
Channel BeamConcrete19976840G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19933040F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19863140P
Channel BeamConcrete19873440F
Channel BeamConcrete20106835G
CulvertConcrete20023732G
Channel BeamConcrete200510225G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198118225P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber193511325P
CulvertConcrete20062520G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19453110F
CulvertConcrete2014368G
Channel BeamConcrete2014688G
Channel BeamConcrete2007345G

Superfund Sites Near Gordo

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
WEYERHAEUSER NR COMPANY14715 HWY 96LAMAR
WEYERHAEUSER NR COMPANY14715 HWY 96LAMAR

Airports Near Gordo

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Columbus Air Force BaseCBMMedium Airport
Golden Triangle Regional AirportGTRMedium Airport
Tuscaloosa National AirportTCLMedium Airport
Bird Nest AirportSmall Airport
Bucksaw Ridge StripSmall Airport
Chancellor Farm AirportSmall Airport
Columbus Air Force Base Auxiliary Field (Gunshy)Small Airport
Columbus Lowndes County AirportUBSSmall Airport
Eutaw Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Evans AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farms AirportSmall Airport
George Downer AirportAIVSmall Airport
Giles AirportSmall Airport
Graber Farms AirportSmall Airport
Greensboro Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Hanlon AirportSmall Airport
Henley Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Lamar County AirportSmall Airport
Macon Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Monroe County AirportSmall Airport
Moundville AirportSmall Airport
North Pickens AirportSmall Airport
Richard Arthur FieldSmall Airport
Rye FieldSmall Airport
Shockley Field AirportSmall Airport
Spurgeon AirportSmall Airport
Strickland/Smalley FieldSmall Airport
Walker County Airport Bevill FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Gordo

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Pickens County Sheriff188 Cemetery Street

Grocery Stores in Gordo

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CVS PHARMACY 4969Other536 Hudson Dr
DOLLAR GENERAL 3291Other25157 Highway 82 E
Family Dollar 13472Other25149 Highway 82
Gordo Jet PepConvenience Store378 2nd St SW
PIGGLY WIGGLYSupermarket841 Industrial Park Blvd
Shop N GoConvenience Store12515 Boyd Rd

Post Offices in Gordo

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Echola Post Office
Gordo Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Gordo

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $650 in back wages owed to 3 employees.

1
Violations
$650
Back Wages Owed
3
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Chevron Chevron Corporation 35466 1 $650 $217 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gordo

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ACKS CHAPEL CME CHURCH423 1ST AVE W
BROWNS CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECYPO BOX 188
FELLOWSHIP BIBLE SOCIETY INCORPORATED3367 COUNTY ROAD 21
FULL ARMOR MINISTRIES INC698 3RD ST SW
HEAVEN BOUND MUD BUGGER INC1291 BENEVOLA RD
NEW LIFE WORSHIP CENTERPO BOX 162
REMNANT WORSHIP CENTER TUSCALOOSA442 4TH AVE NW

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gordo

What is the population of Gordo?

Gordo has a population of 1,435 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 442 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.8% female and 56.2% male.

Is Gordo expensive to live in?

Gordo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,863, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,300 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $523 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Gordo safe?

Gordo is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,636 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Gordo receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Gordo?

Gordo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Gordo?

Gordo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,145. There are 5,406 business establishments in the area, including 507 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 5.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gordo?

The median home value in Gordo is $125,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,324. For renters, the median monthly rent is $523. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,182.

How are the schools in Gordo?

Schools in Gordo have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 17.8% of adults in Gordo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Gordo?

The obesity rate in Gordo is 47.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.8% of adults are smokers. 31.1% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 11.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 66.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,587.

What is transportation like in Gordo?

The average commute in Gordo is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gordo?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gordo is 50% White, 45.4% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 99.7% of residents speak only English at home. 7.0% of the population are military veterans. 17.3% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

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