Gordon, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Gordon is a small town in Alabama with a population of 382. Residents earn $41,458 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
382 Population 131/sq mi density
$41,458 Median Income $24,137 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $144,760 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$41,458 median income, 14.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,458
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.1%
292% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population382
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density131/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 25%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,458
Per Capita$24,137
Unemployment14.1%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$8,043M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,760
Housing Units216
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity45.4%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking17.4%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+69.3%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute35 min
Broadband79.6%
Libraries4

Is Gordon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordon receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gordon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordon is $41,458, 45% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.1%, unemployment is notably high. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gordon is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Gordon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gordon has a population of 382 with a density of 131 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (72%), with 24.6% White.

Population

382
Total Population
131
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gordon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordon is $41,458, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Gordon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,458
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,137
Avg Weekly Wage$1,029
IRS Avg AGI$70,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.1%
292% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,720
County GDP$8,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare340
Retail543
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordon is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,760.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,760

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.5%
Housing Units216
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Gordon, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.4%
41% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure45.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.4%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep45.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.7%
Dental Visits47.8%
Premature Death11,251/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities340
Gordon has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates31.1436°N, 85.0925°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.8-point margin. 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+69.3%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density131/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants295
Retail Stores543

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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