Gordo is a town located in Pickens County, in the state of Alabama (AL), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 3.2 square miles (8.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 282 ft. With a population of approximately 1,677 residents, Gordo offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.2% males and 54.8% females, and it has a population density of 524.06 people per square mile (202.34/km²). Gordo lies at a latitude of 33.32 and a longitude of -87.9, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (15.7%), followed by English (3.7%), German (2.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35466.