Home Value
$46,700
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Garden City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population87
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans60.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,536
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$337M
Commute41 min
Housing
Home Value$46,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Elevation1,848 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute41 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries1
Is Garden City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Garden City receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Garden City faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Garden City is $46,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Garden City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Garden City has a population of 87 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Garden City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Garden City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Garden City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.
Income: Garden City vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $20,536 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $899 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,140 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 188 |
| County GDP | $337M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 41.0 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Garden City is $46,700, 83% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $46,700 |
| 83% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Garden City vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 4,614/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Garden City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Garden City has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 24.4 inches |
| 36% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,848 ft (563 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 218/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9593°N, 97.5804°W |
| County FIPS | 46025 |