Gettysburg, OH — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $63,594

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $106,300

62% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.0%

64% lower than US avg

Median Rent $954

18% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.0%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.2%

39% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.5%

48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population538

Median Age34.8 yrs

Density1,223/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans8.1%

Economy

Median Income$63,594

Per Capita$21,979

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty6.5%

County GDP$3,389M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$106,300

Rent$954

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$135,562

Housing Units198

Rent Burden19.8%

Health

Obesity37.0%

Uninsured9.5%

Smoking19.5%

Depression28.6%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain40.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,011 ft (308 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.0%

High School+84.2%

Graduate+7.1%

School Score6.15

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute24 min

Broadband95.4%

Libraries4

Is Gettysburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gettysburg receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gettysburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gettysburg is $63,594, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gettysburg is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Gettysburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gettysburg has a population of 538 with a density of 1,223 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.7% of residents have a disability. 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

538

Total Population

1,223

People / sq mi

34.8yrs

Median Age

11% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%

Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gettysburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.2%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	0.8%
	94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gettysburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gettysburg is $63,594, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,979 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $970, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,354 business establishments, including 83 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gettysburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,594
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,979
Avg Weekly Wage	$970
IRS Avg AGI	$64,246

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.2%
	39% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.5%
	48% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,354
County GDP	$3,389M

Business (County)

Restaurants	83
Healthcare	85
Retail	170
Manufacturing	64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,704
	6% above US avg
Cost of Living	92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.6 min
Drive Alone	82.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Gettysburg is $106,300, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,562, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.1% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 198 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1943. The average annual property tax is $3,704. 19.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$106,300
	62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$135,562

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$185
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.1%
Price Drops	100.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$954
	18% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$873
2 Bedrooms	$1,092
3 Bedrooms	$1,388
4 Bedrooms	$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	66.5%
Renter-Occupied	33.5%
Housing Units	198
Median Year Built	1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,704
	6% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.48%

In Gettysburg, 37.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 19.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.3% report binge drinking. 29.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,150. The dentist ratio is 1:2,342. 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.0%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	11.6%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	33.9%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.5%
	39% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	29.5%
Depression	28.6%
Mental Distress	20.7%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.1%
Uninsured	9.5%
	10% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,150
Dentists	1:2,342
Mental Health	1:1,028
Checkup Rate	76.4%
Dental Visits	58.3%
Premature Death	9,154/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	57.4%
Healthcare Facilities	85

Gettysburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,011 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.7°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.7 inches
	7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,011 ft (308 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	1,223/sq mi
Coordinates	40.1162°N, 84.4962°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Darke County County
County FIPS	39037

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	2.2 in	Coldest
February	29°F (-2°C)	2.1 in	Driest
March	39°F (4°C)	3.2 in
April	50°F (10°C)	3.7 in
May	61°F (16°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	70°F (21°C)	3.8 in
July	74°F (24°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.4 in
September	65°F (18°C)	2.6 in
October	53°F (12°C)	2.6 in
November	42°F (5°C)	3.1 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	2.8 in

Gettysburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.1").

Gettysburg is located in Darke County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 12.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 82.4% of the vote, a 65.4-point margin. 95.4% of households have broadband internet access. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 85 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%

D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.0%
	64% below US avg
High School+	84.2%
Graduate Degree+	7.1%
School Test Score	6.15

D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,223/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi
County	Darke County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.4%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	85
Restaurants	83
Retail Stores	170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.6 min
Drive Alone	82.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Gettysburg

What is the population of Gettysburg?

Gettysburg has a population of 538 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,223 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Gettysburg expensive to live in?

Gettysburg is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,594, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $106,300 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Gettysburg?

Gettysburg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Gettysburg?

The job market in Gettysburg is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $970. There are 1,354 business establishments in the area, including 83 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 3.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gettysburg?

The median home value in Gettysburg is $106,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,562. For renters, the median monthly rent is $954. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $3,704.

How are the schools in Gettysburg?

Schools in Gettysburg score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.0% of adults in Gettysburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Gettysburg?

The obesity rate in Gettysburg is 37.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 29.5% are physically inactive. 28.6% of residents report depression. 9.5% lack health insurance. 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,150.

What is transportation like in Gettysburg?

The average commute in Gettysburg is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gettysburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gettysburg is 97.8% White. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 12.7% of residents have a disability. 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

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