Median Income
$118,750
58% higher than US avg
Home Value
$243,800
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.2%
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Gardner Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population76
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans54.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$118,750
Per Capita$45,614
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$246M
Commute39 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$243,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,539
Health
Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.0%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Elevation889 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.2%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute39 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries1
Is Gardner a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gardner receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Gardner stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gardner is $118,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Gardner among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gardner is $243,800, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Gardner has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Gardner has a population of 76 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).
Population
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
The median household income in Gardner is $118,750, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $118,750 |
| 58% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $45,614 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $939 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,820 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 259 |
| County GDP | $246M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,057 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 38.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 18.4% |
The median home value in Gardner is $243,800, 14% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,539.
Home Values
| Census Median | $243,800 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $332,539 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,057 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.84% |
In Gardner, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gardner vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.2% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.9% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.2% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 12.8% |
| Physical Distress | 9.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,593/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: Gardner vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Gardner has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-13°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.1°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 8°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 24.7 inches |
| 35% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 40.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 152/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1445°N, 96.9686°W |
| County FIPS | 27107 |