| | Gadsden, AL | Alabaster, AL | United States |
| Overall | 79.4 | 100.1 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 92.2 | 97.6 | 100 |
| Health | 117.6 | 122.2 | 100 |
| Housing | 23.3 | 78.7 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $84,100 | $261,500 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,360.0% | 10,150.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 79.4 | 98.4 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 69.7 | 87.3 | 100 |
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Reviews for Gadsden 
2 Reviews
Although employment numbers are relatively high, underemployment is a chronic More
I was born here but lived in two other counties in Alabama. We moved to Gadsden area when I was 8. This place has it's advantages and drawbacks. It is said to be the More
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