Median Income
$117,813
57% higher than US avg
Home Value
$436,100
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Gorst Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population405
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density633/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans24.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$117,813
Per Capita$43,231
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$436,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation61 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute21 min
Broadband92.5%
Libraries9
Is Gorst a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gorst receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Gorst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gorst is $117,813, which is significantly higher than the national average — 57% above $75,149. This places Gorst among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gorst is $436,100, making it a premium housing market at 55% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Gorst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Gorst has a population of 405 with a density of 633 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.5%), with 4% Hispanic.
Population
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Gorst is $117,813, which is 57% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $117,813 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,231 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,377 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.4% |
| 106% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,739 |
| County GDP | $18,349M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 580 |
| Healthcare | 720 |
| Retail | 705 |
| Manufacturing | 158 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 19.6% |
The median home value in Gorst is $436,100, 55% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $436,100 |
| 55% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.61% |
In Gorst, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gorst vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.5% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,099/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 720 |
Crime Rates: Gorst vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Gorst has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.9 inches |
| 50% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 61 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 633/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5245°N, 122.7043°W |
| County FIPS | 53035 |