Median Income
$42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value
$68,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$533
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.0%
5% higher than US avg
How Gresham Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population257
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density952/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$25,495
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$467M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$68,300
Rent$533
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$227,174
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Elevation1,615 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+80.4%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute27 min
Libraries4
Is Gresham a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gresham receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gresham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gresham is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gresham is $68,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $533 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Gresham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches, including 24.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Gresham has a population of 257 with a density of 952 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 3.1% Hispanic.
Population
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
The median household income in Gresham is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,500 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,495 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $914 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,206 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 172 |
| County GDP | $467M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.8% |
The median home value in Gresham is $68,300, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $533 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,174.
Home Values
| Census Median | $68,300 |
| 76% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $227,174 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $533 |
| 54% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.32% |
In Gresham, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gresham vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.5% |
| Depression | 18.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,162/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 29.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Gresham vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Gresham has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.3 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 24.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,615 ft (492 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 952/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0284°N, 97.4011°W |
| County FIPS | 31143 |