Home Value
$67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.5%
23% lower than US avg
How Gerty Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population82
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density328/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans74.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,017
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$300M
Commute22 min
Housing
Home Value$67,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation836 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute22 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries1
Is Gerty a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gerty receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Gerty faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gerty is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Gerty enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Gerty has a population of 82 with a density of 328 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 7.3% Hispanic.
Population
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.9% |
| 34% below US avg |
The median household income in Gerty is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $28,017 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $887 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 131 |
| County GDP | $300M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.67% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
The median home value in Gerty is $67,500, 76% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $67,500 |
| 76% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.67% |
In Gerty, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gerty vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Premature Death | 15,140/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Gerty vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Gerty has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 836 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 328/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8357°N, 96.2889°W |
| County FIPS | 40029 |