Median Income
$47,917
36% lower than US avg
Home Value
$168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.9%
60% lower than US avg
How Gateway Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population297
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans10.5%
Economy
A
Median Income$47,917
Per Capita$33,746
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$2,070M
Commute42 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$168,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.8%
Health
Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation1,557 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+85.0%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute42 min
Broadband87.7%
Libraries4
Is Gateway a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gateway receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Gateway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gateway is $47,917, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gateway is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Gateway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Gateway has a population of 297 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.8%), with 8.1% Hispanic.
Population
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
The median household income in Gateway is $47,917, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,917 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,746 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $882 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,761 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.9% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 955 |
| County GDP | $2,070M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 64 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 130 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,456 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.45% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 41.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.2% |
The median home value in Gateway is $168,800, 40% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $168,800 |
| 40% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $85 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 66.7% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,456 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.45% |
In Gateway, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gateway vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,328/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Crime Rates: Gateway vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Gateway has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,557 ft (475 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4889°N, 93.9331°W |
| County FIPS | 29009 |