Median Income
$78,487
4% higher than US avg
Home Value
$282,700
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.5%
81% higher than US avg
How Gargatha Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population584
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density197/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Economy
B+
Median Income$78,487
Per Capita$35,926
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$282,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation20 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute26 min
Libraries2
Is Gargatha a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gargatha receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Gargatha stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gargatha is $78,487, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gargatha is $282,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% 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 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Gargatha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Gargatha has a population of 584 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (46.2%), with 40.6% White, 13.2% Hispanic.
Population
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Gargatha is $78,487, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $78,487 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,926 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,012 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,546 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.5% |
| 81% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,264 |
| County GDP | $2,039M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Gargatha is $282,700, 0% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $282,700 |
| 0% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.00% |
In Gargatha, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gargatha vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.2% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.8% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,239/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Crime Rates: Gargatha vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Gargatha has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 6.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 197/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7909°N, 75.5769°W |
| County FIPS | 51001 |