Gadsden, AL
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Gadsden Overview
33,881
TOTAL POPULATION
16,415
MALE POPULATION
17,466
FEMALE POPULATION
93.98
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.40
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,805
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,134
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$39,696
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,784
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
15,220
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Gadsden Area Codes
Race in Gadsden
The most populous races in Gadsden are White / Caucasian (17,343 | 51.2%), Black / African American (12,741 | 37.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (2,870 | 8.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 283 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 12,741 | 37.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,870 | 8.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 193 | 0.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 17,343 | 51.2% |
| Two or more Races | 1,707 | 5.0% |
| Some other Race | 1,614 | 4.8% |
| Total | 33,881 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Gadsden
The most populous ancestries reported in Gadsden are American (2,843 | 8.4%), English (2,214 | 6.5%), Irish (1,579 | 4.7%), German (1,098 | 3.2%), and Mexican (1,056 | 3.1%), together accounting for 25.9% of all Gadsden residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 151 | 0.4% |
| American | 2,843 | 8.4% |
| Apache | 2 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 7 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 23 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 6 | 0.0% |
| British | 109 | 0.3% |
| Canadian | 51 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 947 | 2.8% |
| Central American Indian | 71 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 192 | 0.6% |
| Cheyenne | 28 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 11 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 148 | 0.4% |
| Creek | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 3 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 19 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 24 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 142 | 0.4% |
| Eastern European | 11 | 0.0% |
| Ecuadorian | 8 | 0.0% |
| English | 2,214 | 6.5% |
| European | 227 | 0.7% |
| French | 161 | 0.5% |
| French Canadian | 17 | 0.1% |
| German | 1,098 | 3.2% |
| German Russian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 652 | 1.9% |
| Honduran | 98 | 0.3% |
| Hungarian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 100 | 0.3% |
| Iranian | 15 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 1,579 | 4.7% |
| Italian | 423 | 1.3% |
| Japanese | 115 | 0.3% |
| Korean | 84 | 0.3% |
| Latvian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,056 | 3.1% |
| Mexican American Indian | 94 | 0.3% |
| Northern European | 12 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 124 | 0.4% |
| Ottawa | 8 | 0.0% |
| Palestinian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 34 | 0.1% |
| Portuguese | 63 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 384 | 1.1% |
| Romanian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 15 | 0.0% |
| Salvadoran | 181 | 0.5% |
| Scandinavian | 38 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 362 | 1.1% |
| Scottish | 492 | 1.5% |
| Serbian | 7 | 0.0% |
| South American | 156 | 0.5% |
| Subsaharan African | 151 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 23 | 0.1% |
| Swiss | 8 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 19 | 0.1% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 83 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 26 | 0.1% | View All 64 Rows |
Immigrants in Gadsden
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Gadsden came from Latin America (659 | 1.9%), Central America (597 | 1.8%), Guatemala (326 | 1.0%), Asia (207 | 0.6%), and Europe (178 | 0.5%), together accounting for 5.8% of all Gadsden residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 207 | 0.6% |
| Cambodia | 67 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 67 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 5 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 597 | 1.8% |
| China | 42 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 41 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 2 | 0.0% |
| Denmark | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 60 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 112 | 0.3% |
| Ecuador | 8 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 19 | 0.1% |
| England | 8 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 178 | 0.5% |
| France | 26 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 17 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 326 | 1.0% |
| Honduras | 98 | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | 9 | 0.0% |
| India | 7 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 8 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 3 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 659 | 1.9% |
| Mexico | 154 | 0.4% |
| Northern Europe | 15 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 73 | 0.2% |
| Russia | 15 | 0.0% |
| South America | 57 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 7 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 140 | 0.4% |
| Southern Europe | 8 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 97 | 0.3% |
| Venezuela | 8 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 43 | 0.1% | View All 36 Rows |
Sex and Age in Gadsden
Sex and Age in Gadsden
The most populous age groups in Gadsden are Under 5 Years (1,349 | 8.2%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (1,464 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,349 (8.2%) | 877 (5.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,261 (7.7%) | 985 (5.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 817 (5.0%) | 1,054 (6.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,058 (6.5%) | 879 (5.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,146 (7.0%) | 1,464 (8.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,044 (6.4%) | 1,068 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 776 (4.7%) | 994 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,339 (8.2%) | 936 (5.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,299 (7.9%) | 1,046 (6.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,082 (6.6%) | 1,252 (7.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 806 (4.9%) | 1,013 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 896 (5.5%) | 1,144 (6.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,040 (6.3%) | 1,227 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 960 (5.9%) | 1,116 (6.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 595 (3.6%) | 839 (4.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 372 (2.3%) | 598 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 310 (1.9%) | 472 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 265 (1.6%) | 502 (2.9%) |
| Total | 16,415 (100.0%) | 17,466 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Gadsden
Median Family Size in Gadsden
The median family size in Gadsden is 3.35 persons per family, with single male/father families (607 | 8.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.81 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (3,927 | 54.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.25 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,927 (54.1%) | 3.25 |
| Single Male/Father | 607 (8.4%) | 3.81 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,730 (37.6%) | 3.39 |
| Total Families | 7,264 (100.0%) | 3.35 |
Median Household Size in Gadsden
The median household size in Gadsden is 2.52 persons per household, with single male/father households (607 | 4.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.53 persons per household. non-family households (5,749 | 44.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.33 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,927 (30.2%) | 3.29 |
| Single Male/Father | 607 (4.7%) | 4.53 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,730 (21.0%) | 3.48 |
| Non-family | 5,749 (44.2%) | 1.33 |
| Total Households | 13,013 (100.0%) | 2.52 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gadsden
Out of a total of 13,013 households in Gadsden, 7,264 (55.8%) are family households, while 5,749 (44.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,380, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,773.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,773 (36.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,380 (26.0%) | 858 (6.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,820 (14.0%) | 77 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,382 (10.6%) | 41 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 277 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 169 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 236 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,264 (55.8%) | 5,749 (44.2%) |
Female Fertility in Gadsden
Fertility by Age in Gadsden
Average fertility rate in Gadsden is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 77.1% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 45 (11.1%) | 51.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 313 (77.1%) | 89.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 48 (11.8%) | 14.0 |
| Total | 406 (100.0%) | 52.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gadsden
13.8% of women with births (406) in Gadsden are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 89.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 82.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 8 (17.8%) | 37 (82.2%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 43 (13.7%) | 270 (86.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 5 (10.4%) | 43 (89.6%) |
| Total | 56 (13.8%) | 350 (86.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Gadsden
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 90 (22.2%) | 54.0 |
| High School Diploma | 271 (66.7%) | 111.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 38 (9.4%) | 14.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (1.7%) | 10.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 406 (100.0%) | 52.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gadsden
86.2% of women with births in Gadsden are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 95.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 27 (30.0%) | 63 (70.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 11 (4.1%) | 260 (95.9%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 11 (28.9%) | 27 (71.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 56 (13.8%) | 350 (86.2%) |
Income in Gadsden
Income Overview in Gadsden
Per Capita Income in Gadsden is $24,805, while median incomes of families and households are $55,134 and $39,696 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 33,881 | $24,805 |
| Median Family Income | 7,264 | $55,134 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,264 | $71,068 |
| Median Household Income | 13,013 | $39,696 |
| Mean Household Income | 13,013 | $57,985 |
| Income Deficit | 7,264 | $9,784 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 33,881 | 23.49% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 33,881 | 76.51¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 33,881 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Gadsden
Average Earnings in Gadsden are $26,830, $29,395 for men and $22,490 for women, a difference of 23.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 8,174 (50.6%) | $29,395 |
| Female | 7,987 (49.4%) | $22,490 |
| Total | 16,161 (100.0%) | $26,830 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gadsden
The most common earnings brackets in Gadsden are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (968 | 11.8%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (827 | 10.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 401 (4.9%) | 318 (4.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 198 (2.4%) | 233 (2.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 174 (2.1%) | 649 (8.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 567 (6.9%) | 480 (6.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 360 (4.4%) | 476 (6.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 245 (3.0%) | 491 (6.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 395 (4.8%) | 375 (4.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 242 (3.0%) | 357 (4.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 332 (4.1%) | 617 (7.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 341 (4.2%) | 279 (3.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 968 (11.8%) | 719 (9.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 533 (6.5%) | 827 (10.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 433 (5.3%) | 309 (3.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 269 (3.3%) | 328 (4.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 493 (6.0%) | 220 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 257 (3.1%) | 310 (3.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 521 (6.4%) | 431 (5.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 342 (4.2%) | 200 (2.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 463 (5.7%) | 176 (2.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 640 (7.8%) | 192 (2.4%) |
| Total | 8,174 (100.0%) | 7,987 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gadsden
Average earnings in Gadsden are $33,041 for men and $26,590 for women, a difference of 19.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $95,431, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $20,769. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,102, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,961.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $20,769 | $11,961 |
| High School Diploma | $31,097 | $22,484 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $33,984 | $26,123 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $71,920 | $46,926 |
| Graduate Degree | $95,431 | $51,102 |
| Total | $33,041 | $26,590 |
Family Income in Gadsden
Family Income Brackets in Gadsden
According to the Gadsden family income data, there are 1,424 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.6% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 218 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 450 | 6.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 349 | 4.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 697 | 9.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 850 | 11.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 981 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,424 | 19.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,090 | 15.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 712 | 9.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 501 | 6.9% |
| $200,000+ | 218 | 3.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gadsden
7+ person families (216 | 3.0%) account for the highest median family income in Gadsden with $93,384 per family, while 2-person families (3,686 | 50.7%) have the highest median income of $28,942 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,686 (50.7%) | $57,885 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,675 (23.1%) | $46,383 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,269 (17.5%) | $50,945 |
| 5-Person Families | 311 (4.3%) | $65,391 |
| 6-Person Families | 107 (1.5%) | $88,242 |
| 7+ Person Families | 216 (3.0%) | $93,384 |
| Total | 7,264 (100.0%) | $55,134 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Gadsden
The median family income in Gadsden is $55,134, with families comprising 3+ earners (504) having the highest median family income of $100,625, while families with no earners (1,123) have the lowest median family income of $29,540, accounting for 6.9% and 15.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,123 (15.5%) | $29,540 |
| 1 Earner | 3,345 (46.1%) | $40,653 |
| 2 Earners | 2,292 (31.6%) | $82,564 |
| 3+ Earners | 504 (6.9%) | $100,625 |
| Total | 7,264 (100.0%) | $55,134 |
Household Income in Gadsden
Household Income Brackets in Gadsden
With 2,355 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Gadsden, accounting for 18.1% of all households. In contrast, only 312 households (2.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,093 | 8.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,184 | 9.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,848 | 14.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,666 | 12.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,809 | 13.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,355 | 18.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,262 | 9.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 976 | 7.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 508 | 3.9% |
| $200,000+ | 312 | 2.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Gadsden
The median household income in Gadsden is $39,696, with the highest median household income of $48,438 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,533 households (34.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,446, with 555 households (4.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 555 (4.3%) | $32,446 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,040 (31.0%) | $40,163 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,533 (34.8%) | $48,438 |
| 65+ Years | 3,885 (29.8%) | $34,313 |
| Total | 13,013 (100.0%) | $39,696 |
Poverty in Gadsden
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gadsden
With 21.6% poverty level for males and 28.3% for females among the residents of Gadsden, 16 and 17 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 192 males (62.3%) and 234 females (49.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 485 (36.1%) | 408 (47.6%) |
| 5 Years | 55 (19.5%) | 125 (35.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 396 (29.0%) | 378 (36.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 95 (24.5%) | 234 (49.2%) |
| 15 Years | 41 (20.6%) | 68 (23.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 192 (62.3%) | 88 (28.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 316 (19.7%) | 716 (43.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 348 (19.3%) | 712 (34.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 495 (18.9%) | 418 (21.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 262 (14.4%) | 446 (19.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 356 (19.5%) | 674 (28.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 280 (18.2%) | 325 (17.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 132 (15.0%) | 201 (14.2%) |
| Total | 3,453 (21.6%) | 4,793 (28.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gadsden
According to the poverty statistics in Gadsden, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 85.6% of males and 85.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 860 (63.9%) | 449 (52.4%) |
| 5 Years | 227 (80.5%) | 225 (64.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 971 (71.0%) | 651 (63.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 293 (75.5%) | 242 (50.8%) |
| 15 Years | 158 (79.4%) | 223 (76.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 116 (37.7%) | 224 (71.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,287 (80.3%) | 935 (56.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,454 (80.7%) | 1,339 (65.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,127 (81.1%) | 1,556 (78.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,559 (85.6%) | 1,808 (80.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,470 (80.5%) | 1,690 (71.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,258 (81.8%) | 1,558 (82.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 750 (85.0%) | 1,211 (85.8%) |
| Total | 12,530 (78.4%) | 12,111 (71.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gadsden
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Gadsden show that 9.3% or 364 of the total 3,927 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 23.3%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.6%, which includes 5 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,344 (93.6%) | 161 (6.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 989 (84.3%) | 184 (15.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 184 (97.4%) | 5 (2.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 46 (76.7%) | 14 (23.3%) |
| Total | 3,563 (90.7%) | 364 (9.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gadsden
According to the poverty data in Gadsden, 12.0% or 73 single-father households and 36.7% or 1,001 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 16 (5.3%) | 151 (16.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 49 (20.3%) | 622 (40.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 211 (77.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (100.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| Total | 73 (12.0%) | 1,001 (36.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gadsden
The poverty data for Gadsden shows that 364 of the married-couple family households (9.3%) and 1,074 of the single-parent households (32.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (23.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 161 (6.4%) | 167 (13.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 184 (15.7%) | 671 (38.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (2.6%) | 211 (63.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 14 (23.3%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| Total | 364 (9.3%) | 1,074 (32.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Gadsden
Employment by Class of Employer in Gadsden
Among the 13,646 employed individuals in Gadsden, private company employees (10,494 | 76.9%), local government employees (877 | 6.4%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (645 | 4.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 10,494 | 76.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 206 | 1.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 645 | 4.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 610 | 4.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 877 | 6.4% |
| State Government Employees | 622 | 4.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 192 | 1.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 13,646 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Gadsden
According to the labor force statistics for Gadsden, out of the total population over 16 years of age (27,033), 56.3% or 15,220 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.8% or 1,339 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 81.4% or 1,441 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.0% or 91 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 569 (39.7%) | 91 (16.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,059 (78.9%) | 239 (11.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,654 (78.3%) | 117 (7.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,441 (81.4%) | 112 (7.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,507 (75.9%) | 512 (14.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,878 (69.3%) | 233 (8.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,224 (60.0%) | 6 (0.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 959 (42.3%) | 34 (3.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 751 (21.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 186 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,220 (56.3%) | 1,339 (8.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gadsden
According to labor force statistics for Gadsden, 68.8% of individuals (11,670) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (16,962) are in the labor force, with 8.7% or 1,015 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 79.4% or 1,914 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.2% or 220 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,548 (50.4%) | 436 (14.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,077 (67.6%) | 362 (6.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,124 (75.7%) | 534 (9.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,914 (79.4%) | 186 (7.7%) |
| Total | 11,670 (68.8%) | 1,476 (8.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Gadsden
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gadsden are Community & Social Service (1,085 | 7.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (846 | 6.1%), Management (806 | 5.8%), Education Instruction & Library (689 | 5.0%), and Health Technologists (468 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gadsden, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (75.3%), and Legal Services & Support (67.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (86.7%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (84.6%), and Business & Financial (82.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 478 (59.3%) | 328 (40.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 42 (17.2%) | 202 (82.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 168 (75.3%) | 55 (24.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 6 (18.2%) | 27 (81.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 11 (28.2%) | 28 (71.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 253 (23.3%) | 832 (76.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 22 (13.3%) | 143 (86.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 73 (67.6%) | 35 (32.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 139 (20.2%) | 550 (79.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 19 (15.4%) | 104 (84.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 200 (23.6%) | 646 (76.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 191 (40.8%) | 277 (59.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,141 (35.6%) | 2,063 (64.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,721 (48.4%) | 7,153 (51.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Gadsden are Food Preparation & Serving (1,206 | 8.7%), Healthcare Support (786 | 5.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (493 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (319 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (216 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Gadsden, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (90.6%), Security & Protection (84.7%), and Law Enforcement (78.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (82.1%), Healthcare Support (73.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 205 (26.1%) | 581 (73.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 183 (84.7%) | 33 (15.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 97 (90.6%) | 10 (9.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 86 (78.9%) | 23 (21.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 358 (29.7%) | 848 (70.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 258 (52.3%) | 235 (47.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 57 (17.9%) | 262 (82.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,061 (35.1%) | 1,959 (64.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,721 (48.4%) | 7,153 (51.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gadsden are Office & Administration (1,377 | 9.9%), and Sales & Related (964 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 365 (37.9%) | 599 (62.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 154 (11.2%) | 1,223 (88.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 519 (22.2%) | 1,822 (77.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,721 (48.4%) | 7,153 (51.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Gadsden are Construction & Extraction (741 | 5.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (371 | 2.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (41 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 741 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 352 (94.9%) | 19 (5.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,134 (98.4%) | 19 (1.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,721 (48.4%) | 7,153 (51.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gadsden are Production (2,116 | 15.2%), Material Moving (1,271 | 9.2%), and Transportation (769 | 5.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,267 (59.9%) | 849 (40.1%) |
| Transportation | 703 (91.4%) | 66 (8.6%) |
| Material Moving | 896 (70.5%) | 375 (29.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,866 (69.0%) | 1,290 (31.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,721 (48.4%) | 7,153 (51.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Gadsden
Employment Industries in Gadsden
The major employment industries in Gadsden include Manufacturing (3,008 | 21.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,245 | 16.2%), Retail Trade (1,783 | 12.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,719 | 12.4%), and Educational Services (817 | 5.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Gadsden
The Gadsden industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (82.9%), Educational Services (82.4%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (75.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 644 (89.6%) | 75 (10.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,850 (61.5%) | 1,158 (38.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 227 (96.6%) | 8 (3.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 945 (53.0%) | 838 (47.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 389 (85.9%) | 64 (14.1%) |
| Utilities | 91 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 24 (29.3%) | 58 (70.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 56 (17.1%) | 271 (82.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 24 (30.0%) | 56 (70.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 186 (50.3%) | 184 (49.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 428 (65.1%) | 229 (34.9%) |
| Educational Services | 144 (17.6%) | 673 (82.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 550 (24.5%) | 1,695 (75.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 63 (33.2%) | 127 (66.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 515 (30.0%) | 1,204 (70.0%) |
| Public Administration | 254 (51.6%) | 238 (48.4%) |
| Total | 6,721 (48.4%) | 7,153 (51.6%) |
Education in Gadsden
School Enrollment in Gadsden
The most common levels of schooling among the 7,175 students in Gadsden are high school (1,705 | 23.8%), elementary school (1,528 | 21.3%), and middle school (1,416 | 19.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 354 | 4.9% |
| Kindergarten | 587 | 8.2% |
| Elementary School | 1,528 | 21.3% |
| Middle School | 1,416 | 19.7% |
| High School | 1,705 | 23.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,389 | 19.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 196 | 2.7% |
| Total | 7,175 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gadsden
Out of a total of 7,175 students who are enrolled in schools in Gadsden, 761 (10.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,414 (89.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 74 (30.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 239 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 239 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,822 (88.4%) | 238 (11.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,718 (93.6%) | 117 (6.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,001 (91.4%) | 94 (8.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 468 (86.5%) | 73 (13.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 723 (88.3%) | 96 (11.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 167 (69.3%) | 74 (30.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 278 (80.6%) | 67 (19.4%) |
| Total | 6,414 (89.4%) | 761 (10.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gadsden
Education (1,035 | 27.3%), business (808 | 21.3%), science & technology (276 | 7.3%), social sciences (261 | 6.9%), and arts & humanities (250 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 3,796 individuals in Gadsden who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 56 | 1.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 112 | 2.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 179 | 4.7% |
| Psychology | 150 | 4.0% |
| Social Sciences | 261 | 6.9% |
| Engineering | 118 | 3.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 47 | 1.2% |
| Science & Technology | 276 | 7.3% |
| Business | 808 | 21.3% |
| Education | 1,035 | 27.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 127 | 3.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 229 | 6.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 104 | 2.7% |
| Communications | 44 | 1.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 250 | 6.6% |
| Total | 3,796 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Gadsden
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gadsden
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gadsden are males with 2 vehicles (2,704, accounting for 40.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,719, making up 38.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 70 (1.1%) | 137 (2.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,175 (17.7%) | 2,090 (30.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,704 (40.7%) | 2,719 (39.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,599 (24.1%) | 1,326 (19.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 602 (9.1%) | 533 (7.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 485 (7.3%) | 147 (2.1%) |
| Total | 6,635 (100.0%) | 6,952 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Gadsden
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gadsden are 10 to 14 minutes (3,553 commuters, 26.6%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,951 commuters, 22.1%), and 5 to 9 minutes (2,164 commuters, 16.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 184 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,164 | 16.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,553 | 26.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,951 | 22.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,545 | 11.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 494 | 3.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 873 | 6.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 106 | 0.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 177 | 1.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 643 | 4.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 389 | 2.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 259 | 1.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Gadsden
The most common commute times in Gadsden are 15 to 19 minutes (1,574 commuters, 24.2%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (2,063 commuters, 30.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 102 (1.6%) | 82 (1.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 787 (12.1%) | 1,377 (20.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,490 (22.9%) | 2,063 (30.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,574 (24.2%) | 1,377 (20.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 845 (13.0%) | 700 (10.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 351 (5.4%) | 143 (2.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 459 (7.0%) | 414 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 63 (1.0%) | 43 (0.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 101 (1.5%) | 76 (1.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 373 (5.7%) | 270 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 225 (3.5%) | 164 (2.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 137 (2.1%) | 122 (1.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gadsden
The most frequent times of departure to work in Gadsden are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (1,086, 16.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,007, 14.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 318 (4.9%) | 289 (4.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 368 (5.7%) | 204 (3.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 290 (4.5%) | 499 (7.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,086 (16.7%) | 285 (4.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 753 (11.6%) | 729 (10.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,012 (15.5%) | 1,007 (14.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 441 (6.8%) | 846 (12.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 489 (7.5%) | 748 (11.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 78 (1.2%) | 111 (1.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 264 (4.1%) | 450 (6.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 121 (1.9%) | 311 (4.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 12 (0.2%) | 52 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 865 (13.3%) | 663 (9.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 410 (6.3%) | 637 (9.3%) |
| Total | 6,507 (100.0%) | 6,831 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Gadsden
Occupancy by Ownership in Gadsden
Of the total 13,013 dwellings in Gadsden, owner-occupied units account for 7,228 (55.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 5,785 (44.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,228 | 55.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 5,785 | 44.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 13,013 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Gadsden
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,773 | 36.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,238 | 32.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,897 | 14.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,105 | 16.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 13,013 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gadsden
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,736 (57.3%) | 2,037 (42.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,568 (60.6%) | 1,670 (39.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 879 (46.3%) | 1,018 (53.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,045 (49.6%) | 1,060 (50.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,228 (55.5%) | 5,785 (44.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gadsden
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 740 (40.0%) | 1,112 (60.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,103 (50.1%) | 2,095 (49.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,741 (56.6%) | 2,099 (43.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,644 (77.4%) | 479 (22.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gadsden
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,476 | 19.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,119 | 16.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,041 | 15.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,492 | 19.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,191 | 16.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,139 | 8.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 555 | 4.3% |
| Total | 13,013 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Gadsden
Median Income by Occupancy in Gadsden
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,228 (55.5%) | $53,096 |
| Renter-Occupied | 5,785 (44.5%) | $30,839 |
| Average | 13,013 (100.0%) | $39,696 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gadsden
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 208 (2.9%) | 286 (4.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 234 (3.2%) | 367 (6.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 325 (4.5%) | 860 (14.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 507 (7.0%) | 482 (8.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 549 (7.6%) | 315 (5.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 722 (10.0%) | 940 (16.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 928 (12.8%) | 879 (15.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,386 (19.2%) | 972 (16.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 986 (13.6%) | 271 (4.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 715 (9.9%) | 262 (4.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 668 (9.2%) | 151 (2.6%) |
| Total | 7,228 (100.0%) | 5,785 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gadsden
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,388 (19.2%) | 364 (6.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,852 (25.6%) | 555 (9.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,431 (19.8%) | 2,111 (36.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 623 (8.6%) | 1,437 (24.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,195 (16.5%) | 842 (14.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 471 (6.5%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 177 (2.5%) | 31 (0.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 54 (0.7%) | 15 (0.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 37 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,228 (100.0%) | 5,785 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Gadsden
Housing Structures in Gadsden
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 10,041 | 77.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 131 | 1.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 397 | 3.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 605 | 4.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 925 | 7.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 603 | 4.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 311 | 2.4% |
| Total | 13,013 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gadsden
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,975 (69.5%) | 3,066 (30.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 52 (39.7%) | 79 (60.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 12 (3.0%) | 385 (97.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 605 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 925 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 4 (0.7%) | 599 (99.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 185 (59.5%) | 126 (40.5%) |
| Total | 7,228 (55.5%) | 5,785 (44.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gadsden
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 9 (0.1%) | 265 (4.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 172 (2.4%) | 749 (13.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,700 (23.5%) | 2,473 (42.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,794 (52.5%) | 1,871 (32.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,553 (21.5%) | 427 (7.4%) |
| Total | 7,228 (100.0%) | 5,785 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gadsden
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,874 (53.6%) | 1,991 (34.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 100 (1.4%) | 102 (1.8%) |
| Electricity | 3,184 (44.1%) | 3,684 (63.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 4 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 33 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 33 (0.5%) | 8 (0.1%) |
| Total | 7,228 (100.0%) | 5,785 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Gadsden
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 196 (2.7%) | 688 (11.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,207 (30.5%) | 2,859 (49.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,006 (41.6%) | 1,400 (24.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,819 (25.2%) | 838 (14.5%) |
| Total | 7,228 (100.0%) | 5,785 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Gadsden
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gadsden
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,164 | 3,064 |
| Median Property Value | $79,900 | $136,800 |
| Median Household Income | $42,092 | $426 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $373 | $37 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $372 | $670 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gadsden
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,208 (29.0%) | 242 (7.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,396 (33.5%) | 889 (29.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,345 (32.3%) | 1,680 (54.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 180 (4.3%) | 140 (4.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 30 (0.7%) | 78 (2.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (1.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 5 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,164 (100.0%) | 3,064 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gadsden
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 413 (9.9%) | 15 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,046 (25.1%) | 29 (0.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 387 (9.3%) | 335 (10.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 587 (14.1%) | 335 (10.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 702 (16.9%) | 341 (11.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 448 (10.8%) | 684 (22.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 339 (8.1%) | 538 (17.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 242 (5.8%) | 376 (12.3%) |
| Total | 4,164 (100.0%) | 3,064 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gadsden
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,008 (48.2%) | 69,662 (2,273.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 559 (13.4%) | 1,736 (56.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 389 (9.3%) | 464 (15.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,171 (28.1%) | 255 (8.3%) |
| Total | 4,164 (100.0%) | 3,064 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gadsden
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,367 (56.8%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 285 (6.8%) | 1,625 (53.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 186 (4.5%) | 495 (16.2%) |
| Total | 4,164 (100.0%) | 3,064 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Gadsden
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gadsden
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,720 (95.2%) | 138 (4.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,645 (93.2%) | 340 (6.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,912 (56.4%) | 1,478 (43.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,510 (72.7%) | 943 (27.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,320 (72.2%) | 1,276 (27.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,018 (74.1%) | 1,057 (25.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,556 (84.9%) | 634 (15.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,246 (94.9%) | 175 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,294 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27,221 (81.8%) | 6,041 (18.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gadsden
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,720 (95.2%) | 138 (4.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,645 (93.2%) | 340 (6.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,912 (56.4%) | 1,478 (43.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gadsden
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,521 (74.2%) | 1,919 (25.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 6,609 (79.2%) | 1,735 (20.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,638 (82.7%) | 1,182 (17.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,536 (83.8%) | 682 (16.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,503 (92.2%) | 465 (7.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gadsden
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,971 (69.0%) | 927 (32.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,730 (54.8%) | 2,147 (43.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 454 (13.4%) | 1,549 (45.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 733 (21.2%) | 1,944 (56.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 685 (14.9%) | 2,759 (60.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 881 (21.6%) | 2,410 (59.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,490 (35.6%) | 2,352 (56.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,097 (90.5%) | 1,790 (52.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,289 (99.8%) | 1,602 (69.8%) |
| Total | 14,330 (43.1%) | 17,480 (52.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gadsden
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 172 (6.7%) | 106 (4.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 392 (11.4%) | 191 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,337 (21.3%) | 1,583 (24.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 450 (29.3%) | 592 (31.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 356 (40.4%) | 707 (50.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gadsden
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 64 (2.5%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (0.4%) | 83 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 376 (6.0%) | 169 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 196 (12.7%) | 117 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 198 (22.5%) | 166 (11.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 14 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 95 (2.8%) | 17 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 375 (6.0%) | 343 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 55 (3.6%) | 89 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 118 (13.4%) | 187 (13.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 89 (3.5%) | 64 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 312 (9.0%) | 71 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 587 (9.4%) | 485 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 73 (4.8%) | 127 (6.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 88 (10.0%) | 231 (16.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (0.4%) | 25 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 587 (9.4%) | 1,098 (16.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 355 (23.1%) | 427 (22.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 206 (23.4%) | 579 (41.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.3%) | 36 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 20 (0.6%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 217 (3.5%) | 450 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 126 (8.2%) | 56 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (3.7%) | 181 (12.8%) |
Technology Access in Gadsden
Computing Device Access in Gadsden
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 7,806 | 60.0% |
| Smartphone | 10,667 | 82.0% |
| Tablet | 6,737 | 51.8% |
| No Computing Device | 1,501 | 11.5% |
| Total | 13,013 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Gadsden
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 7,574 | 58.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,333 | 17.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,059 | 8.1% |
| No Internet | 2,364 | 18.2% |
| Total | 13,013 | 100.0% |
Gadsden Summary
Gadsden is a city located in the northeastern corner of the state of Alabama in the United States. It is the county seat of Etowah County and is located along the Coosa River. The city has a population of 36,856 as of the 2010 census.
History
Gadsden was founded in 1867 by Colonel James Gadsden, a former Confederate general. The city was named after him in recognition of his service during the Civil War. Gadsden was originally a small farming community, but it quickly grew into a major industrial center due to its proximity to the Coosa River. The city was incorporated in 1871 and was the first city in Etowah County.
Gadsden was a major center of industry during the early 20th century. The city was home to several steel mills, textile mills, and other manufacturing plants. The city was also home to the Gadsden Iron and Steel Company, which was one of the largest steel producers in the South.
The city was also a major center of the civil rights movement in the 1960s. The city was the site of several protests and marches, including the famous Selma to Montgomery march in 1965.
Geography
Gadsden is located in the northeastern corner of Alabama, near the Georgia and Tennessee borders. The city is situated along the Coosa River, which is a major tributary of the Alabama River. The city is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is surrounded by several mountain ranges.
The city has a total area of 28.2 square miles, of which 28.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
Economy
Gadsden’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and industry. The city is home to several steel mills, textile mills, and other manufacturing plants. The city is also home to several large retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Lowe’s.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including Gadsden State Community College, the University of Alabama at Gadsden, and the Gadsden Technical Institute.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Gadsden had a population of 36,856. The racial makeup of the city was 68.3% White, 28.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,945. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Gadsden?
Total Population of Gadsden is 33,881.
What is the Total Male Population of Gadsden?
Total Male Population of Gadsden is 16,415.
What is the Total Female Population of Gadsden?
Total Female Population of Gadsden is 17,466.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gadsden?
There are 93.98 Males per 100 Females in Gadsden.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gadsden?
There are 106.40 Females per 100 Males in Gadsden.
What is the Median Population Age in Gadsden?
Median Population Age in Gadsden is 39.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gadsden
Average Family Size in Gadsden is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gadsden
Average Household Size in Gadsden is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Gadsden?
Per Capita income in Gadsden is $24,805.
What is the Median Family Income in Gadsden?
Median Family Income in Gadsden is $55,134.
What is the Median Household income in Gadsden?
Median Household Income in Gadsden is $39,696.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Gadsden?
Income or Wage Gap in Gadsden is 23.5%.
Women in Gadsden earn 76.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Gadsden?
Family Income Deficit in Gadsden is $9,784.
Families that are below poverty line in Gadsden earn $9,784 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gadsden?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gadsden is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gadsden?
There are 15,220 People in the Labor Forcein in Gadsden.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gadsden?
56.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Gadsden.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gadsden?
Unemployment Rate in Gadsden is 8.8%.