Gordonville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Gordonville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 311. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
311 Population 56/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $17,839 per capita
$61,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,000
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 59.0%
84% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.0%
150% higher than US avg

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

People

Population311
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans0.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$17,839
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty31.0%
County GDP$538M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity59.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease9.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Elevation218 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+87.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 68%
Commute41 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries3

Is Gordonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordonville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Gordonville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordonville is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gordonville is $61,000, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Gordonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gordonville has a population of 311 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

311
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gordonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordonville is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Gordonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,839
Avg Weekly Wage$1,283
IRS Avg AGI$50,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.0%
150% above US avg
Establishments (County)207
County GDP$538M

Business (County)

Healthcare7
Retail27
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,414
60% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.9 min
Drive Alone98.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordonville is $61,000, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,000
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,414
60% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Gordonville, 59.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 51.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity59.0%
84% above US avg
Diabetes26.5%
Heart Disease9.8%
High Blood Pressure58.4%
Asthma13.4%
COPD14.5%
Stroke8.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking9.3%
Physical Inactivity51.4%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress22.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate82.0%
Premature Death19,891/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access0.9%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gordonville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.5 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation218 ft (66 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates32.1592°N, 86.7042°W
County FIPS01085
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 37.3-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 37.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities7
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.9 min
Drive Alone98.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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