Median Income
$52,609
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,000
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$684
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.7%
62% lower than US avg
How Gwinn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,268
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density451/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$52,609
Per Capita$27,851
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$3,597M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,000
Rent$684
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,889
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Elevation1,107 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute29 min
Libraries6
Is Gwinn a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gwinn receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gwinn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gwinn is $52,609, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gwinn is $94,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $684 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Gwinn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Gwinn has a population of 1,268 with a density of 451 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 2.4% Hispanic.
Population
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
The median household income in Gwinn is $52,609, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,609 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,851 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,051 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,951 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.7% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,762 |
| County GDP | $3,597M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 184 |
| Healthcare | 217 |
| Retail | 260 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,514 |
| 58% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
The median home value in Gwinn is $94,000, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $684 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,889.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,000 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $171,889 |
| Median List Price | $217,749 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $217,749 |
| $/Sq Ft | $149 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $684 |
| 41% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,514 |
| 58% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.87% |
In Gwinn, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gwinn vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 30.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,011/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 217 |
Crime Rates: Gwinn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Gwinn has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.7 inches |
| 14% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,107 ft (337 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 451/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2854°N, 87.4419°W |
| County FIPS | 26103 |