Guntersville, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
8,771 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,448 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$293,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$576 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
4
Albertville Urban Area
4
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
5
Albertville Urban Area
5
Alabama
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (74%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 40
Feb 5 0 44
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 4 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Claysville School
3 miles, N · 2.3star
Guntersville Middle School
4 miles, W · 2.8star
Marshall Christian Academy
4 miles, S · 4.1star
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Colleges

Snead State Community College
12 miles, S · 1.4star
Gadsden State Community College
30 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Marshall Medical Centers
11 miles, S · 2.3star
Highlands Medical Center
23 miles, NE · 2.3star
Dekalb Regional Medical Center
29 miles, E · 2.3star
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Airports

Lovell Field
75 miles, E · 1.4star
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