Gurley, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Gurley is a small town in Alabama with a population of 543. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
543 Population 148/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $32,503 per capita
$174,300 Home Value $339,079 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
502 Violent Crime/100K 4,141 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$174,300 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
502 violent crimes/100K (32% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,300
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 502/100K
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population543
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density148/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$32,503
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$38,958M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,300
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$339,079
Housing Units307
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

F
Violent502/100K
Property4,141/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault502/100K
Burglary878/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking14.3%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation628 ft (191 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+9.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute23 min
Broadband77.1%
Libraries11

Is Gurley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gurley receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gurley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gurley is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gurley is $174,300, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 502 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,141 per 100,000, 111% above the national average.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Gurley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gurley has a population of 543 with a density of 148 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 6.6% Black.

Population

543
Total Population
148
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gurley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gurley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gurley is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Gurley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,503
Avg Weekly Wage$1,482
IRS Avg AGI$90,736

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,778
County GDP$38,958M

Business (County)

Restaurants895
Healthcare1,126
Retail1,345
Manufacturing287

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Gurley is $174,300, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $339,079.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,300
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$339,079

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.4%
Housing Units307
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Gurley, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death9,054/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Gurley has a violent crime rate of 502 per 100,000 residents, 32% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,141 per 100,000 (111% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent501.9/100K
32% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault501.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,140.5/100K
111% above US avg
Burglary878.3/100K
Theft3,011.3/100K
Vehicle Theft250.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Gurley has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.1 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation628 ft (191 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates34.7014°N, 86.3803°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 77.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density148/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Restaurants895
Retail Stores1,345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Nearby Cities

Woodville, AL 1,015 pop · 7.4 mi Owens Cross Roads, AL 2,678 pop · 9.1 mi New Hope, AL 2,895 pop · 11.4 mi Moores Mill, AL 6,041 pop · 13.1 mi New Market, AL 1,296 pop · 13.4 mi Grant, AL 1,410 pop · 14.4 mi Skyline, AL 1,011 pop · 16.1 mi Meridianville, AL 10,268 pop · 16.5 mi Huntsville, AL 218,814 pop · 16.8 mi Hazel Green, AL 3,765 pop · 18.7 mi Scottsboro, AL 15,641 pop · 19.3 mi Madison, AL 58,335 pop · 21.7 mi Triana, AL 3,510 pop · 22.4 mi Harvest, AL 6,624 pop · 24.0 mi
Compare Gurley with another city: