Median Income
$76,833
2% higher than US avg
Home Value
$150,600
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.1%
75% lower than US avg
How Gholson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,131
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans8.2%
Economy
A+
Median Income$76,833
Per Capita$35,537
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$18,479M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$150,600
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,112
Rent Burden17.2%
Health
Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation469 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband64.7%
Libraries9
Is Gholson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gholson receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Gholson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gholson is $76,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 3.1% 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 Gholson is $150,600, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Gholson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Gholson has a population of 1,131 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 2% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.
Population
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Gholson is $76,833, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,833 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,537 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,161 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,514 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,039 |
| County GDP | $18,479M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 607 |
| Healthcare | 682 |
| Retail | 879 |
| Manufacturing | 250 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,892 |
| 154% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.90% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in Gholson is $150,600, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,112.
Home Values
| Census Median | $150,600 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $274,112 |
| Median List Price | $90,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $90,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $110 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 104.0% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $910 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,892 |
| 154% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.90% |
In Gholson, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gholson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,298/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 682 |
Crime Rates: Gholson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 38 |
Safety Score
Gholson has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
47°F Jan (9°C)
86°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.4 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| Area | 8.4 sq mi (21.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 135/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7056°N, 97.2380°W |
| County FIPS | 48309 |