Gadsden

AL

Etowah County, Alabama

Population 103K |Median income $54,563 |3 hospitals

Population
103,105
Etowah County
Median Income
$54,563
-20% vs avg
Median Home Value
$167,100
-27% vs avg
Median Age
41.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
103K-1%
Median Income
$54,563+44%
Median Home Value
$167,100+67%
Poverty Rate
16.9%-11%
Unemployment
5.9%-50%

Economics

Median Rent
$847/mo
Poverty Rate
16.9% +19% vs avg
Unemployment 5.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 18.1%
Work From Home 4%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 77%
African American 14.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.3%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
46.3%
Short Sleep Duration
45%
Obesity
43.8%
Physical Inactivity
33.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.1%
Current Smoking
17.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.4%
Diabetes
16.3%
Binge Drinking
13.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 54.7%
Annual Checkup 80.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.5%
Stroke
4.5%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
1.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
RIVERVIEW REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
GADSDEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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GADSDEN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
GADSDEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Gadsden Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Gadsden, AL? ▼
Gadsden, AL has a population of 103,105 people, located in Etowah County, Alabama.
What is the median household income in Gadsden? ▼
The median household income in Gadsden, AL is $54,563 per year. The poverty rate is 16.9%.
What is the median home value in Gadsden? ▼
The median home value in Gadsden, AL is $167,100. Median rent is $847/month.
What are the top health concerns in Gadsden? ▼
The top health indicators in Gadsden include High Blood Pressure (46.3%), Short Sleep Duration (45%), Obesity (43.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Gadsden? ▼
Gadsden has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Gadsden? ▼
The median age in Gadsden, AL is 41.7 years. 18.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Gadsden, AL is located in Etowah County, Alabama. With a population of 103K and a median household income of $54,563, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Gadsden area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Etowah County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.