Median Income
$64,167
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$276,500
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.8%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,106
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.4%
81% lower than US avg
How Gustavus Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population610
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B+
Median Income$64,167
Per Capita$39,086
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$144M
Commute20 min
Housing
A
Home Value$276,500
Rent$1,106
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation42 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.8%
High School+93.2%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute20 min
Libraries3
Is Gustavus a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gustavus receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gustavus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gustavus is $64,167, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gustavus is $276,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,106 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Gustavus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Gustavus has a population of 610 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 8.4% Hispanic.
Population
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% 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 Gustavus is $64,167, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,167 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,086 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,309 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.1% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 146 |
| County GDP | $144M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Gustavus is $276,500, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,106 (5% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $276,500 |
| 2% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,106 |
| 5% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Gustavus, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gustavus vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,452/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Gustavus vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Gustavus has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.7 inches |
| 54% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 42 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 36.4 sq mi (94.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.4347°N, 135.7282°W |
| County FIPS | 02105 |