Median Income
$73,914
2% lower than US avg
Home Value
$96,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Gatewood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population443
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density288/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$73,914
Per Capita$28,735
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,578M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$96,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation2,022 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+98.1%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Libraries8
Is Gatewood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gatewood receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Gatewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gatewood is $73,914, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gatewood is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Gatewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Gatewood has a population of 443 with a density of 288 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).
Population
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below 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 Gatewood is $73,914, which is 2% below 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 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,914 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,735 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $916 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,919 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,186 |
| County GDP | $1,578M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 97 |
| Retail | 114 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,905 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Gatewood is $96,400, 66% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $96,400 |
| 66% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,905 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.98% |
In Gatewood, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.9% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gatewood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.0% |
| Depression | 34.9% |
| Mental Distress | 24.7% |
| Physical Distress | 17.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 15,973/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 97 |
Crime Rates: Gatewood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Gatewood has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.0 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,022 ft (616 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 288/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0046°N, 81.0650°W |
| County FIPS | 54019 |