Home Value
$58,600
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.8%
94% lower than US avg
How Gem Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population125
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density379/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans87.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$51,522
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$224M
Commute15 min
Housing
Home Value$58,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Elevation3,090 ft (942 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute15 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries2
Is Gem a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gem receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Gem faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gem is $58,600, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Gem experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches, including 25.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Gem has a population of 125 with a density of 379 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).
Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Gem is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $51,522 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $930 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,704 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 122 |
| County GDP | $224M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,025 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 97.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Gem is $58,600, 79% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $58,600 |
| 79% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $4,025 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.87% |
In Gem, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gem vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.0% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,932/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Gem has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.7 inches |
| 46% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 25.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,090 ft (942 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 379/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4260°N, 100.8972°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20179 |