Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
48.9%
294% higher than US avg
How Gowen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population95
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans84.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,731
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty48.9%
County GDP$324M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease8.7%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation717 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
CommuteN/A
Broadband45.0%
Libraries1
Is Gowen a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gowen receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Gowen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 48.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Gowen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Gowen has a population of 95 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 21.1% Hispanic.
Population
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% 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 Gowen is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 48.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $17,731 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,111 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,564 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 48.9% |
| 294% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 215 |
| County GDP | $324M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,760 |
| 50% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,760 |
| 50% below US avg |
In Gowen, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gowen vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.2% |
| 35% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.0% |
| Heart Disease | 8.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.4% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.6% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,194/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
Crime Rates: Gowen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Gowen has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.9 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 717 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8833°N, 95.4724°W |
| County FIPS | 40077 |