Median Income
$68,750
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$706
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Lowgap Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population226
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density198/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
B
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$21,700
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty0.0%
Commute51 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$706
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$216,421
Rent Burden25.6%
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation1,444 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+82.4%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute51 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries1
Is Lowgap a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lowgap receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Lowgap stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lowgap is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Lowgap experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Lowgap has a population of 226 with a density of 198 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%).
Population
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
The median household income in Lowgap is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,750 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,700 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $801 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,395 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.2% |
| 211% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 400 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 54 |
| Retail | 74 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,829 |
| 9% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 50.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 59.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $706 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,421.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $706 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 25.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,829 |
| 9% above US avg |
In Lowgap, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lowgap vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 19,228/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 54 |
Crime Rates: Lowgap vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Lowgap has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 52.7°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 198/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5250°N, 80.8712°W |
| County FIPS | 51640 |