Gurley town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Gurley town, Alabama Demographics
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As of 2026, Gurley town, Alabama has a total population of 543, the 412th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $55,000, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.

Gurley town Quick Facts

Population 543

Median Household Income $55,000

Median Home Value $174,300

Poverty Rate 14.4%

Unemployment Rate 2.6%

Median Age 41.7 years

Homeownership Rate 61.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.5%

High School Graduation Rate 88.1%

Diversity Index 30/100

Population 543 412th of 589

Median Income $55,000 average

Poverty Rate 14.4% 16% higher national

Median Home Value $174,300 above average

How Gurley town Compares

Median Household Income

Gurley town

$55,000

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Gurley town

$174,300

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.5%

$25K-$50K 23.3%

$50K-$100K 34.8%

$100K+ 19.5%

Employment

2.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

50.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.4%

Renter 38.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.1%

18-34

21.0%

35-54

23.2%

55-74

29.3%

75+

6.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Gurley town Rankings in Alabama

#412 Population of 589

#254 Median Income of 589

#191 Education of 589

#177 Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Gurley town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Fruithurst town	528	$55,417	$94,500	15.8%	13.8%
Dodge City town	549	$58,750	$122,800	11.7%	14.8%
West Point town	566	$55,500	$214,200	12.3%	13.4%
Garden City town	572	$55,313	$116,100	10.2%	23.4%
Babbie town	559	$58,068	$97,500	10.7%	11.5%

Population Overview

Gurley town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 543. It ranks as the 412th most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gurley town is 41.7 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gurley town is $55,000. This is 11% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $174,300. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $195,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 61.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Gurley town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 6.6%. The Black or African American population (6.6%) is well below the state average of 25.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 5.4%.

Education

20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Gurley town, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 589 Census-designated places in Alabama. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Gurley town, Alabama?

Gurley town, Alabama has a population of 543 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Gurley town, AL?

The median household income in Gurley town is $55,000, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Gurley town, AL?

The poverty rate in Gurley town is 14.4%. This means approximately 78 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Gurley town, Alabama?

Gurley town's population is 82.5% White, 6.6% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Gurley town, AL?

The median home value in Gurley town is $174,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Gurley town, Alabama?

20.5% of adults (25+) in Gurley town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.