Gordo, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Tuscaloosa County County
Gordo, AL
At a Glance
How Gordo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gordo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gordo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gordo residents earn a median household income of $46,863 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,033. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,406 business establishments, including 507 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gordo is $125,300 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $176,760. Median rent is $523/month, with 26.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Gordo reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 349/100K.
Education
17.8% of adults in Gordo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 84.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gordo has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.