Median Income
$67,789
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$184,600
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$889
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.5%
64% lower than US avg
How Gray Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,453
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density870/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
A
Median Income$67,789
Per Capita$30,221
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$651M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$184,600
Rent$889
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,097
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation577 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+93.6%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute35 min
EV Stations5
Libraries1
Is Gray a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gray receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Gray stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gray is $67,789, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gray is $184,600, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $889 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Gray enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Gray has a population of 3,453 with a density of 870 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.6%), with 30.6% Black.
Population
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Gray is $67,789, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,789 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,221 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $901 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,398 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 421 |
| County GDP | $651M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 51 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,466 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.88% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
The median home value in Gray is $184,600, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $889 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,097.
Home Values
| Census Median | $184,600 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $266,097 |
| Median List Price | $349,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $349,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $122 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.0% |
| Price Drops | 63.6% |
| Inventory | 11 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $889 |
| 24% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,466 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.88% |
In Gray, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gray vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.8% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,119/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
Crime Rates: Gray vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Gray has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.7 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 870/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0020°N, 83.5409°W |
| County FIPS | 13169 |