Median Income
$53,203
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$135,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.2%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.8%
84% higher than US avg
How Gans Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population342
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density1,315/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Economy
B
Median Income$53,203
Per Capita$25,350
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty22.8%
County GDP$998M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$135,700
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,730
Health
Obesity45.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation533 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+82.7%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute29 min
Libraries2
Is Gans a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gans receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gans offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gans is $53,203, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 22.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gans is $135,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Gans enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Gans has a population of 342 with a density of 1,315 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.9%), with 37.4% Hispanic.
Population
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Gans is $53,203, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,203 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,350 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $732 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,345 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.8% |
| 84% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 767 |
| County GDP | $998M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Gans is $135,700, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,730.
Home Values
| Census Median | $135,700 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $189,730 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.57% |
In Gans, 45.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gans vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.2% |
| 41% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.5% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 14,517/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
Crime Rates: Gans vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Gans has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 533 ft (162 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,315/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3874°N, 94.6946°W |
| County FIPS | 40135 |