Gadsden, AL (zip code 35904) has a population of 36,897 and is located in the state of Alabama. According to BestPlaces, Gadsden ranks #263 out of 645 cities and towns in Alabama based on its overall livability score. It scored an rating of 59/100, which is considered below average for the state and the nation. The city has a cost of living index of 82.5, which is slightly lower than the U.S. average, making it a relatively affordable place to live. Gadsden also had a crime rate that was 5% lower than the national average making it safer than most cities in the United States. In addition, Gadsden has a high education score with over 85% graduating from high school and nearly 28% having at least a college degree or higher.
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