What are the schools like in Gaston, IN?

Gaston is served primarily by Wes-Del Community Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.6:1.

What is the median household income in Gaston?

The median household income in Gaston, IN is $49,271 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.1%.

What is the weather like in Gaston, IN?

Gaston has an average high temperature of 36.0°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.4 inches.

Gaston, IN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Gaston, IN affordable or expensive?

Gaston's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gaston is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $80,500 and the median rent is $814 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Gaston, IN?

Gaston has a violent crime rate of 396.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1542.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Gaston, IN a Good Place to Live?

Gaston is a small town of 705 in Indiana, with a median household income of $49,271 and a 8.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Gaston stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Gaston is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Gaston city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 90.1

Gaston's overall cost of living index is 90.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gaston costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gaston, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$80,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$814	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,271	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Gaston's violent crime rate is 396.9 per 100,000 residents — 4% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

396.9 /100k

Property Crime

1542.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Gaston is served primarily by Wes-Del Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Gaston, IN	National Avg
School District	Wes-Del Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gaston sees average highs of 36.0°F in January and 85.8°F in July, with 41.4 inches of annual precipitation and 19.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gaston, IN
Average High — January	36.0°F
Average High — July	85.8°F
Annual Precipitation	41.4"
Annual Snowfall	19.4"

Demographics

Metric	Gaston, IN	National Avg
Population	705	—
Median Age	38.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	21.6%	22.2%
65 and over	16.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Gaston

Gaston, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47342

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gaston, IN affordable or expensive?

Gaston's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gaston roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $80,500 and median rent is $814/month.

What is the crime rate in Gaston, IN?

Gaston's violent crime rate is 396.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1542.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Gaston?

Public schools in Gaston are operated by Wes-Del Community Schools. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.6:1. 16.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Gaston, IN a good place to live?

Gaston, IN has a population of 705, a median household income of $49,271, and an unemployment rate of 8.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Gaston?

Gaston averages 36.0°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.4 inches with about 19.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Gaston?

Gaston, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47342.

What is the population of Gaston?

The population of Gaston, Indiana is 705 with a median age of 38.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gaston?

Key numbers for living in Gaston: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $80,500, median household income $49,271, crime index 92 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gaston side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.