Gulf Shores city, Alabama
Official LSAD Designation: Gulf Shores city • Census GEOID: 0132272
• Baldwin County
Gulf Shores city is an incorporated city in Baldwin County, Alabama. According to official records from the Census (2025), Gulf Shores city had an estimated population of 17,394 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Gulf Shores city (GEOID 0132272).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Gulf Shores
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 299, GULF SHORES AL 36547-0299
County Of Baldwin
County
Official Title:
County Administrator
Address:
312 COURTHOUSE SQ, STE 12, BAY MINETTE AL 36507-4809
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,394 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $78,188 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $382,700 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 28.60 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).