Median Income
$71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$262,500
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Gay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population124
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$32,798
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$913M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$262,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,868
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation833 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+70.2%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 37%
Commute20 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries2
Is Gay a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gay receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Gay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gay is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gay is $262,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Gay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Gay has a population of 124 with a density of 144 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.5%).
Population
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 69.7% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Spanish | 30.3% |
| 126% above US avg |
The median household income in Gay is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,250 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,798 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,550 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 415 |
| County GDP | $913M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 83 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,222 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Work from Home | 16.0% |
The median home value in Gay is $262,500, 7% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,868.
Home Values
| Census Median | $262,500 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $260,868 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,222 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.23% |
In Gay, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gay vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 15,063/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Gay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Gay has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.3 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 144/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0958°N, 84.5794°W |
| County FIPS | 13199 |