Home Value
$52,700
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$242
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.3%
17% lower than US avg
How Gaylord Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population85
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans77.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$45,826
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$221M
Commute31 min
Housing
Home Value$52,700
Rent$242
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.4%
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Elevation1,595 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+85.1%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute31 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries4
Is Gaylord a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gaylord receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Gaylord has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gaylord is $52,700, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $242 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Gaylord experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Gaylord has a population of 85 with a density of 327 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% 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 Gaylord is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $45,826 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $806 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,026 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 164 |
| County GDP | $221M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,740 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.20% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Gaylord is $52,700, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $242 (79% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $52,700 |
| 81% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $242 |
| 79% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,740 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.20% |
In Gaylord, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gaylord vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,337/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Gaylord vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Gaylord has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.1 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 18.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,595 ft (486 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 327/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6463°N, 98.8473°W |
| County FIPS | 20183 |