Gu-Win, AL

Alabama

Gu-Win is a small town in Alabama with a population of 130. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
130 Population 67/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $23,025 per capita
$162,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$162,500 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

How Gu-Win Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population130
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$23,025
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$480M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$162,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Elevation520 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+94.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute28 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries1

Is Gu-Win a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gu-Win receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gu-Win offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gu-Win is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gu-Win is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Gu-Win enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gu-Win has a population of 130 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.8%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

130
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Gu-Win vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gu-Win vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gu-Win is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Gu-Win vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,025
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$54,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$480M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare39
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gu-Win is $162,500, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% 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-Occupied74.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Rate0.93%
In Gu-Win, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gu-Win vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death14,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access35.9%
Healthcare Facilities39

Crime Rates: Gu-Win vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gu-Win has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation520 ft (158 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates33.9443°N, 87.8704°W
County FIPS01057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.7%
D 13.7%

Winner: Republican by 72 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants24
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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