Gough, GA

Georgia

Gough is a small town in Georgia with a population of 140. Residents earn $13,826 per year, which is 82% below the national average.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
140 Population 167/sq mi density
$13,826 Median Income $14,634 per capita
N/A Home Value
$763 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,826 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$763/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,826
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.2%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 65.0%
424% higher than US avg

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

People

Population140
Median Age77.4 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female11% / 89%
Largest GroupWhite 16%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,826
Per Capita$14,634
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty65.0%
County GDP$729M

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation359 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+31.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
CommuteN/A
Broadband96.0%
Libraries3

Is Gough a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gough receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gough faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gough is $13,826, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 65.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gough enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Gough has a population of 140 with a density of 167 people per square mile. The median age is 77.4 years, 99% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84.3%), with 15.7% White.

Population

140
Total Population
167
People / sq mi
77.4yrs
Median Age
99% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 10.7%
Female 89.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gough vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gough vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gough is $13,826, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 65.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Gough vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,826
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,634
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$49,641

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate65.0%
424% above US avg
Establishments (County)407
County GDP$729M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare22
Retail64
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,513
28% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied10.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,513
28% below US avg
In Gough, 45.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 40.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.2%
41% above US avg
Diabetes19.1%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure47.3%
Asthma12.5%
COPD9.9%
Stroke5.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity40.9%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death15,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access50.6%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Gough has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation359 ft (109 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density167/sq mi
Coordinates33.0841°N, 82.2313°W
County FIPS13163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.2-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.5%
D 49.2%

Winner: Republican by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+31.9%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density167/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants25
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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