What are the schools like in Gorham, NY?

Gorham is served primarily by GORHAM-MIDDLESEX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (MARCUS WHITMAN). The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.9:1.

What is the median household income in Gorham?

The median household income in Gorham, NY is $86,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Gorham, NY?

Gorham has an average high temperature of 30.4°F in January and 79.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 56.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Gorham, NY affordable or expensive?

Gorham's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gorham is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $202,600 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Gorham, NY?

Gorham has a violent crime rate of 100.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 969.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Gorham, NY a Good Place to Live?

Gorham is a small town of 474 in New York, with a median household income of $86,250 . Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Gorham stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Gorham is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Gorham 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: 97.7

Gorham's overall cost of living index is 97.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gorham costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gorham, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$202,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	92.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$86,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Gorham's violent crime rate is 100.2 per 100,000 residents — 74% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

100.2 /100k

Property Crime

969.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Gorham is served primarily by GORHAM-MIDDLESEX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (MARCUS WHITMAN). The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Gorham, NY	National Avg
School District	GORHAM-MIDDLESEX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (MARCUS WHITMAN)	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gorham sees average highs of 30.4°F in January and 79.4°F in July, with 34.4 inches of annual precipitation and 56.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gorham, NY
Average High — January	30.4°F
Average High — July	79.4°F
Annual Precipitation	34.4"
Annual Snowfall	56.6"

Demographics

Metric	Gorham, NY	National Avg
Population	474	—
Median Age	45.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	14.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	13.1%	22.2%
65 and over	44.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hall, NY 3 mi Rushville, NY 5 mi Crystal Beach, NY 6 mi Geneva, NY 9 mi Canandaigua, NY 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Gorham

Gorham, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

14561

Gorham vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gorham, NY affordable or expensive?

Gorham's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gorham roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $202,600 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Gorham, NY?

Gorham's violent crime rate is 100.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 969.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Gorham?

Public schools in Gorham are operated by GORHAM-MIDDLESEX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (MARCUS WHITMAN). The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1. 17.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Gorham, NY a good place to live?

Gorham, NY has a population of 474, a median household income of $86,250, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Gorham?

Gorham averages 30.4°F in January and 79.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 34.4 inches with about 56.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Gorham?

Gorham, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 14561.

What is the population of Gorham?

The population of Gorham, New York is 474 with a median age of 45.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gorham?

Key numbers for living in Gorham: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $202,600, median household income $86,250, crime index 34 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gorham side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.