Skip to Main Content
© Mapbox / © OpenStreetMap
Town
Mobile
Gulf Shores
#3 in Best Places to Retire in Alabama
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Alabama
  • 29 reviews
    Back to Profile Home

    Gulf Shores Residents

    Diversity
    B minus
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    12,267
    Unemployment Rate
    3.4%
    Poverty Rate
    6%
    Non-Citizens
    2.7%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 4 responses
    • Preppy
      50%
    • Family oriented
      25%
    • Kind
      25%

    Gulf Shores Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      14%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      21%
      20%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      37%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      23%
      27%
    • Less than high school diploma
      4%
      12%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      96%
    • Hispanic
      3%
    • Asian
      1%
    • African American
      0%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    • Other race
      0%
    • Two or more races
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      56%
    • Male
      44%
    Age
    • <10 years
      5%
    • 10-17 years
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      9%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      20%
    • 55-64 years
      14%
    • 65+ years
      24%
    View Nearby Homes

    Income

    Median Household Income
    $53,476
    National
    $62,843
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      20%
    • $25-$44k
      20%
    • $45-$74k
      24%
    • $75-$149k
      27%
    • $150k+
      9%
    Median Individual Income
    $31,033
    National
    $31,133
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      24%
    • $15-$34k
      31%
    • $35-$64k
      24%
    • $65k+
      20%

    Community

    Poll
    100%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 5 responses
    Poll
    60%
    of people say LGBT residents are somewhat accepted. 5 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 4 responses
    • It is a very seasonal community
      100%
    Explore Residents in Similar Places
    More
    Back to Full Profile