Median Income
$70,375
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$120,700
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
22% lower than US avg
How Goreville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,164
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,375
Per Capita$31,521
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$329M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$120,700
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,738
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation733 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Libraries1
Is Goreville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Goreville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Goreville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Goreville is $70,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Goreville is $120,700, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $848 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
17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Goreville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Goreville has a population of 1,164 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Goreville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Goreville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Goreville is $70,375, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Goreville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,375 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,521 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,130 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,218 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 196 |
| County GDP | $329M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,575 |
| 31% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
The median home value in Goreville is $120,700, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,738.
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,700 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $198,738 |
| Median List Price | $148,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $148,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $263 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 83.6% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $848 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,575 |
| 31% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.79% |
In Goreville, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Goreville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,591/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Goreville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Goreville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.6 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 733 ft (223 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 433/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5551°N, 88.9735°W |
| County FIPS | 17087 |