Median Income
$66,585
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$192,500
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.3%
7% higher 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
Population1,606
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density1,078/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,585
Per Capita$32,200
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,174M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$192,500
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,306
Health
Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Elevation1,586 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute30 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3
Is Gray a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gray receives an overall livability score of 4.3 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 $66,585, 11% below the national average of $75,149. 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 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gray is $192,500, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Gray enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Gray has a population of 1,606 with a density of 1,078 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).
Population
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.3% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.7% |
| 65% below US avg |
The median household income in Gray is $66,585, which is 11% below 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 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,585 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,200 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,072 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,176 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,896 |
| County GDP | $9,174M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 345 |
| Healthcare | 416 |
| Retail | 534 |
| Manufacturing | 101 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,203 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.7 min |
| Work from Home | 15.5% |
The median home value in Gray is $192,500, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,306.
Home Values
| Census Median | $192,500 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $296,306 |
| Median List Price | $434,350 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $434,350 |
| $/Sq Ft | $223 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.7% |
| Price Drops | 45.5% |
| Inventory | 11 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,094 |
| 6% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,203 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.18% |
In Gray, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gray vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 32.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,757/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 416 |
Crime Rates: Gray vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
Safety Score
Gray has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.0 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,586 ft (483 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,078/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4211°N, 82.4765°W |
| County FIPS | 47179 |