What are the schools like in Gosport, IN?

Gosport is served primarily by Spencer-Owen Community Schools. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.1:1.

What is the median household income in Gosport?

The median household income in Gosport, IN is $59,219 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.5%.

What is the weather like in Gosport, IN?

Gosport has an average high temperature of 37.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Gosport, IN affordable or expensive?

Gosport's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gosport is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $105,600 and the median rent is $882 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Gosport is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Gosport, IN a Good Place to Live?

Gosport is a small town of 1,057 in Indiana, with a median household income of $59,219 and a 5.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

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

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

All Gosport 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: 93.4

Gosport's overall cost of living index is 93.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gosport costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gosport, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$105,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$882	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	55.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$59,219	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Gosport is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Gosport is served primarily by Spencer-Owen Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Gosport, IN	National Avg
School District	Spencer-Owen Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gosport sees average highs of 37.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July, with 48.6 inches of annual precipitation and 15.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gosport, IN
Average High — January	37.2°F
Average High — July	85.4°F
Annual Precipitation	48.6"
Annual Snowfall	15.8"

Demographics

Metric	Gosport, IN	National Avg
Population	1,057	—
Median Age	49.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.1%	22.2%
65 and over	18.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Stinesville, IN 4 mi Paragon, IN 6 mi Spencer, IN 7 mi Ellettsville, IN 8 mi Browns Crossing, IN 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Gosport

Gosport, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47433

Gosport vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gosport, IN affordable or expensive?

Gosport's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gosport roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $105,600 and median rent is $882/month.

What is the crime rate in Gosport, IN?

Crime data for Gosport is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Gosport?

Public schools in Gosport are operated by Spencer-Owen Community Schools. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1. 8.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Gosport, IN a good place to live?

Gosport, IN has a population of 1,057, a median household income of $59,219, and an unemployment rate of 5.5%. 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 Gosport?

Gosport averages 37.2°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.6 inches with about 15.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Gosport?

Gosport, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47433.

What is the population of Gosport?

The population of Gosport, Indiana is 1,057 with a median age of 49.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gosport?

Key numbers for living in Gosport: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $105,600, median household income $59,219, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gosport side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.