Gerton, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Gerton is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 196.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
196 Population 53/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $93,487 per capita
$349,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $349,000
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

How Gerton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population196
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$93,487
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$6,372M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$349,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Elevation2,782 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute28 min
Broadband73.2%
Libraries6

Is Gerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gerton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Gerton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gerton is $349,000, 24% above the national median.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gerton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gerton has a population of 196 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

196
Total Population
53
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gerton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Gerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$93,487
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$74,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,120
County GDP$6,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants250
Healthcare324
Retail407
Manufacturing132

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,686
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gerton is $349,000, 24% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$349,000
24% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,686
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.06%
In Gerton, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gerton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death8,875/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities324

Crime Rates: Gerton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Gerton has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.3 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,782 ft (848 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates35.4758°N, 82.3504°W
County FIPS37089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin. 73.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.7%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density53/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities324
Restaurants250
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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