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Gorham, IL

Illinois

Gorham is a small town in Illinois with a population of 186. Residents earn $42,083 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
186 Population 152/sq mi density
$42,083 Median Income $23,186 per capita
$22,500 Home Value
$575 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$42,083 median income, 18.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$22,500 home value, $575/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,083
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $22,500
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 18.1%
403% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.5%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

D
Median Income$42,083
Per Capita$23,186
Unemployment18.1%
Poverty25.5%
County GDP$3,297M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$22,500
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity42.7%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking19.3%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation360 ft (110 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+75.6%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute36 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries3

Is Gorham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gorham receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Gorham has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gorham is $42,083, 44% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gorham is $22,500, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Gorham enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gorham has a population of 186 with a density of 152 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 (95.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

186
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gorham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gorham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gorham is $42,083, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Gorham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,083
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,186
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$62,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.1%
403% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.5%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,137
County GDP$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare182
Retail177
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate29.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit5.2%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gorham is $22,500, 92% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$22,500
92% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.3%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Rate29.72%
In Gorham, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.2%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:618
Dentists1:1,096
Mental Health1:212
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits52.8%
Premature Death10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities182
Gorham has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation360 ft (110 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates37.7179°N, 89.4779°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+75.6%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants133
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit5.2%
Work from Home0.0%

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