What are the schools like in Greensboro, AL?

Greensboro is served primarily by Hale County. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.1:1.

What is the median household income in Greensboro?

The median household income in Greensboro, AL is $24,820 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.7%.

What is the weather like in Greensboro, AL?

Greensboro has an average high temperature of 56.6°F in January and 89.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

Greensboro, AL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Greensboro, AL affordable or expensive?

Greensboro's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Greensboro is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $88,800 and the median rent is $664 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Greensboro, AL?

Crime rate data for Greensboro is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Greensboro, AL a Good Place to Live?

Greensboro is a small town of 2,417 in Alabama, with a median household income of $24,820 and a 9.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Greensboro stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Greensboro is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Greensboro city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 90.0

Greensboro's overall cost of living index is 90.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Greensboro costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Greensboro, AL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$88,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$664	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	48.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$24,820	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Greensboro is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Greensboro is served primarily by Hale County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Greensboro, AL	National Avg
School District	Hale County	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	66.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Greensboro sees average highs of 56.6°F in January and 89.6°F in July, with 54.9 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Greensboro, AL
Average High — January	56.6°F
Average High — July	89.6°F
Annual Precipitation	54.9"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Greensboro, AL	National Avg
Population	2,417	—
Median Age	36.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	22.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	70.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	19.7%	22.2%
65 and over	23.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Newbern, AL 8 mi Akron, AL 15 mi Forkland, AL 16 mi Marion, AL 17 mi Faunsdale, AL 17 mi

ZIP Codes in Greensboro

Greensboro, AL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

36744

Greensboro vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greensboro, AL affordable or expensive?

Greensboro's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Greensboro roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $88,800 and median rent is $664/month.

What is the crime rate in Greensboro, AL?

Crime data for Greensboro is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Greensboro?

Public schools in Greensboro are operated by Hale County. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.1:1. 10.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Greensboro, AL a good place to live?

Greensboro, AL has a population of 2,417, a median household income of $24,820, and an unemployment rate of 9.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Greensboro?

Greensboro averages 56.6°F in January and 89.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 54.9 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Greensboro?

Greensboro, AL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 36744.

What is the population of Greensboro?

The population of Greensboro, Alabama is 2,417 with a median age of 36.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Greensboro?

Key numbers for living in Greensboro: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $88,800, median household income $24,820, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Greensboro side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.