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Cost of living in Gulf Shores summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Gulf Shores. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Alabama. Key points include:
The cost of living in Gulf Shores is 112 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Gulf Shores is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Gulf Shores is $450,266.
The median income in Gulf Shores is $78,188.
Gulf Shores's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Gulf Shores Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Gulf Shores | Alabama | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 112 | 91 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 95 | 100 |
| Groceries | 108 | 96 | 100 |
| Health | 135 | 74 | 100 |
| Housing | 104 | 96 | 100 |
| Transportation | 113 | 95 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 95 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Gulf Shores, AL Weather
The average high in Gulf Shores is 76.9° and the average low is 56.9°.
There are 79.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 66.1 inches of precipitation each year with 0.1 inches of snow.
| Stat | Gulf Shores |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 76.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 56.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 79.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 66.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.1 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Gulf Shores Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Gulf Shores
The current population in Gulf Shores is 16,401. The population has increased 81.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16,401 | 3.9% |
| 2023 | 15,785 | 4.0% |
| 2022 | 15,178 | 3.2% |
| 2021 | 14,712 | 17.2% |
| 2020 | 12,550 | 2.3% |
| 2019 | 12,267 | 1.9% |
| 2018 | 12,033 | 5.9% |
| 2017 | 11,358 | 0.9% |
| 2016 | 11,252 | 5.1% |
| 2015 | 10,703 | 1.7% |
| 2014 | 10,523 | 2.9% |
| 2013 | 10,222 | 5.7% |
| 2012 | 9,671 | 3.1% |
| 2011 | 9,381 | 3.8% |
| 2010 | 9,035 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Gulf Shores
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Gulf Shores is:
87.3% White with 14,318 White residents.
2.7% African American with 439 African American residents.
0.4% American Indian with 68 American Indian residents.
1.1% Asian with 187 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 28 Other residents.
2.2% Two Or More with 367 Two Or More residents.
6.1% Hispanic with 994 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Gulf Shores | AL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 87.3% | 63.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 2.7% | 25.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.1% | 1.4% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 2.2% | 3.3% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 6.1% | 5.6% | 19.3% |
Gender in Gulf Shores
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Gulf Shores is 55.9% female with 9,163 female residents.
Gulf Shores is 44.1% male with 7,238 male residents.
| Gender | Gulf Shores | AL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.9% | 51.4% | 50.5% |
| Male | 44.1% | 48.6% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Gulf Shores for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Gulf Shores completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Gulf Shores completed 9-12th grade.
21.0% of adults in Gulf Shores completed high school / ged.
27.0% of adults in Gulf Shores completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Gulf Shores completed associate's degree.
26.0% of adults in Gulf Shores completed bachelor's degree.
10.0% of adults in Gulf Shores completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Gulf Shores completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Gulf Shores completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Gulf Shores | AL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 8.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 21.0% | 30.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 27.0% | 21.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26.0% | 17.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 10.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Gulf Shores, Alabama
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1.8% of households in Gulf Shores earn Less than $10,000.
5.3% of households in Gulf Shores earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.1% of households in Gulf Shores earn $15,000 to $24,999.
9.2% of households in Gulf Shores earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.8% of households in Gulf Shores earn $35,000 to $49,999.
14.3% of households in Gulf Shores earn $50,000 to $74,999.
20.5% of households in Gulf Shores earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.1% of households in Gulf Shores earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.2% of households in Gulf Shores earn $150,000 to $199,999.
8.6% of households in Gulf Shores earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Gulf Shores | AL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.8% | 6.3% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.3% | 4.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.1% | 8.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.2% | 8.5% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.8% | 11.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.3% | 16.7% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 20.5% | 12.7% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.1% | 15.5% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.2% | 7.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.6% | 7.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
