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Gorham, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Gorham is a small town in New York with a population of 345. Residents earn $85,893 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
345 Population 172/sq mi density
$85,893 Median Income $42,779 per capita
$214,100 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,893 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,100 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,893
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $214,100
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population345
Median Age69.0 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans17.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,893
Per Capita$42,779
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$8,917M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units218
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.9%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation869 ft (265 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute14 min
Broadband80.9%
Libraries12

Is Gorham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gorham receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Gorham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gorham is $85,893, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gorham is $214,100, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Gorham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.6 inches, including 56.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Gorham has a population of 345 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 69.0 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

345
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
69.0yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Gorham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gorham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gorham is $85,893, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Gorham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,893
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,779
Avg Weekly Wage$1,232
IRS Avg AGI$88,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,312
County GDP$8,917M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare277
Retail494
Manufacturing170

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,466
199% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.3 min
Drive Alone43.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gorham is $214,100, 24% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,100
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%
Housing Units218
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,466
199% above US avg
Effective Rate4.89%
In Gorham, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,210
Dentists1:1,657
Mental Health1:333
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death6,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access80.0%
Healthcare Facilities277
Gorham has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.6 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall56.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates42.8003°N, 77.1358°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.2-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 49.4%

Winner: Republican by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities277
Restaurants330
Retail Stores494

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.3 min
Drive Alone43.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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