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Gainesville, Alabama

Last updated: 2024 BLS data · Page refreshed:

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates
236
Population
35.2
Median Age

Demographics

Gainesville has a population of 236 with a median age of 35.2. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

Black
85.2%
White
14.0%
Other
0.8%
Demographic Value
Total Population236
Median Age35.2
White14.0%
Black or African American85.2%
Other / Two or More Races0.8%
Gainesville, Alabama — racial composition (Census ACS 2024)Donut chart of 3 segments totaling 100.Black: 85.2%White: 14.0%Other: 0.8%236PopulationBlackBlack85.2%WhiteWhite14.0%OtherOther0.8%

Income & Economy

$13,290
Per Capita Income
43.6%
Poverty Rate

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Education

In Gainesville, 74.8% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 17.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

HS Diploma+
74.8%
Bachelor's+
17.8%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher74.8%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher17.8%

Housing

$937/mo
Median Rent
40.7%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Monthly Rent$937
Homeownership Rate40.7%
Vacancy Rate34.7%

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Other Cities in Alabama

Huntsville (222,791) Mobile (203,416) Birmingham (198,173) Montgomery (197,494) Tuscaloosa (111,038) Hoover (92,642) Auburn (80,594) Dothan (71,514) Madison (60,106) Decatur (57,361)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Gainesville, Alabama?
The population of Gainesville, Alabama is 236 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates.
What percentage of people in Gainesville have a college degree?
In Gainesville, Alabama, 17.8% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 74.8% have a high school diploma or higher.

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