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Gainesville, AL

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Population
164
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
128 ft
Median Rent
$937/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Gainesville

Set along the banks of the Tombigbee River in western Alabama, Gainesville is a quiet, historic town where life moves at an easy pace. Shaded streets lined with preserved 19th-century homes give the community an unmistakable old-world feel, making it a peaceful retreat for anyone who values open space and small-town tranquility.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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