Michigan · Metropolitan Area
Gobles is a small town in Michigan with a population of 598. Residents earn $39,931 per year, which is 47% below the national average.
Based on current data, Gobles receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gobles offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Gobles is $39,931, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Gobles is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $589 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
11.9% 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 5.2/10.
Gobles experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 109.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,931 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,033 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,264 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,017 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,972 |
| County GDP | $20,706M |
| Restaurants | 579 |
| Healthcare | 749 |
| Retail | 848 |
| Manufacturing | 295 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,471 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.47% |
| Commute Time | 31.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
| Census Median | $100,000 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $247,272 |
| Census Median Rent | $589 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.5% |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,471 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.47% |
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 31.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,811/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 749 |
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.1 inches |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 109.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 815 ft (248 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 581/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3617°N, 85.8774°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26077 |
Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.9% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 581/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.5% |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 749 |
| Restaurants | 579 |
| Retail Stores | 848 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Avg Commute | 31.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |