Frequently Asked Questions Why Live in Gaston
Is Gaston a good place to live?
Gaston is a good place to live. Gaston is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Gaston is a rural neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Gaston has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 40. The average household income is $60,469 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Gaston are home owners, with 24.3% of residents renting and 75.7% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Gaston can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Gaston neighborhood guide.
Is Gaston, IN a safe neighborhood?
Gaston, IN is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Gaston?
The median home price in Gaston is $159,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $32,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $830 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $36K a year to afford the median home price in Gaston. The average household income in Gaston is $60K.
What are the best public schools in Gaston?
The best public schools that serve Gaston are:
- Wes-Del Middle/Senior High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Wes-Del Elementary School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 14:1.
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