Median Income
$125,838
67% higher than US avg
Home Value
$312,000
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
38.7%
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Gray Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population810
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A+
Median Income$125,838
Per Capita$64,475
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$34,616M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$312,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$495,234
Health
Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Elevation335 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+38.7%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.64
Community
2024 VoteR 31% / D 67%
Commute26 min
EV Stations2
Libraries35
Is Gray a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gray receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. 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 $125,838, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Gray among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gray is $312,000, 11% above the national median. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Gray experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches, including 84.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Gray has a population of 810 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 3.5% Black.
Population
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.5% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| 44% below US avg |
The median household income in Gray is $125,838, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $125,838 |
| 67% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $64,475 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,372 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $101,946 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 18,210 |
| County GDP | $34,616M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,133 |
| Healthcare | 1,504 |
| Retail | 1,447 |
| Manufacturing | 417 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,839 |
| 124% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.51% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
The median home value in Gray is $312,000, 11% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $495,234.
Home Values
| Census Median | $312,000 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $495,234 |
| Median List Price | $473,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $473,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $311 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,108 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,951 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,190 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,839 |
| 124% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.51% |
In Gray, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 15.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gray vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 26.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.2% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.7% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,232/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,504 |
Crime Rates: Gray vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Gray has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.1 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 84.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 335 ft (102 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 276/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8864°N, 70.3241°W |
| County FIPS | 23005 |