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
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
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% 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 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
| |
| Per Capita Income | $93,487 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,041 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,950 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,120 |
| County GDP | $6,372M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 250 |
| Healthcare | 324 |
| Retail | 407 |
| Manufacturing | 132 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,686 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Gerton is $349,000, 24% above the national average.
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,686 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.06% |
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
| Obesity | 31.7% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.0% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,875/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 324 |
Crime Rates: Gerton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 59.3 inches |
| 56% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,782 ft (848 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4758°N, 82.3504°W |
| County FIPS | 37089 |