Gosport, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Gosport is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,113. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,113 Population 2,929/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $25,756 per capita
$104,800 Home Value $247,954 Zillow
$924 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,800 home value, $924/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,800
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $924
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,113
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density2,929/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$25,756
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$760M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,800
Rent$924
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,954

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation705 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+93.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute36 min
Libraries2

Is Gosport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gosport receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Gosport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gosport is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. 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 Gosport is $104,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $924 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Gosport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gosport has a population of 1,113 with a density of 2,929 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,113
Total Population
2,929
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Gosport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gosport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gosport is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Gosport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,756
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$57,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)330
County GDP$760M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare29
Retail52
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.1 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Gosport is $104,800, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $924 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,954.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,800
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,954

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$924
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Gosport, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death12,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access38.8%
Healthcare Facilities29

Crime Rates: Gosport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Gosport has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,929/sq mi
Coordinates39.3507°N, 86.6665°W
County FIPS18119
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 23.8%

Winner: Republican by 50.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,929/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants30
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.1 min
Work from Home6.4%

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