Living in Etowah County, Alabama

Etowah County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 103,057, part of the Gadsden, AL MSA metro area. The main communities are Gadsden, Rainbow City, Southside.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $669/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $160K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 55°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Etowah County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.