Home Value
$145,800
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
44.8%
33% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$851
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.2%
34% lower than US avg
How Gantt Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population198
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans7.7%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,619
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,662M
Commute21 min
Housing
Home Value$145,800
Rent$851
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Elevation232 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+44.8%
High School+97.7%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute21 min
Broadband97.1%
Libraries3
Is Gantt a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gantt receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Gantt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gantt is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $851 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 44.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Gantt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Gantt has a population of 198 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.5%), with 3% Hispanic, 22.2% Black.
Population
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 64.4% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Spanish | 35.6% |
| 166% above US avg |
The median household income in Gantt is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,619 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $919 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,353 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,134 |
| County GDP | $1,662M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 67 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 179 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,838 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.26% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 50.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 50.0% |
The median home value in Gantt is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $851 (27% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $145,800 |
| 48% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $851 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,838 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.26% |
In Gantt, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gantt vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 25.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 14,664/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
Crime Rates: Gantt vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Gantt has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above US avg |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 59.1 inches |
| 56% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 232 ft (71 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 305/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4107°N, 86.4835°W |
| County FIPS | 01039 |