Gaston Public RecordsIndiana

Gaston, Delaware County, Indiana, is primarily car-dependent, with over 93% of residents commuting by personal vehicle; less than 1% use public transit due to limited service. The average one-way commute is approximately 23 minutes, slightly below the national average. Most households own two vehicles, with a vehicle ownership rate exceeding 95%. Town infrastructure centers on State Road 28, connecting to Muncie (a key employment hub), about 10 miles southeast. Public transit options are minimal, reflecting the small population and rural setting. Bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure is limited, contributing to reliance on private vehicles.

Gaston, Delaware County, IN, offers affordable homeownership with a median home value around $110,000 and average monthly rent near $800. Approximately 75% of residents own homes, while 25% rent. The housing market has seen moderate annual appreciation of 4–6% recently. Home types primarily include single-family houses, with some duplexes. Popular neighborhoods are central Gaston and areas near Wes-Del schools. Property taxes are relatively low, averaging 0.8% of assessed value, making Gaston attractive for first-time buyers and families seeking a small-town atmosphere.

Gaston, a small town in Delaware County, Indiana, is served primarily by the Wes-Del Community Schools district, which includes Wes-Del Middle/Senior High School. The school enrolls approximately 400 students (grades 6-12), with a graduation rate of around 82%. Gaston itself does not have colleges, but about 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school district offers diverse educational programs and maintains above-average school safety ratings. While there are no adult education centers in town, educational quality scores for Wes-Del typically range from 6-7/10, reflecting solid academic and extracurricular opportunities for students.

As of the 2020 Census, Gaston, Delaware County, Indiana, had a population of approximately 796. The median age was about 35.5 years. The gender split is fairly even, with 48% male and 52% female. Racially, the town is predominantly White (94.6%), with small populations of African American (1.6%), Native American (0.1%), Asian (0.1%), and other races or two or more races (3.6%). Hispanic or Latino residents made up about 1.6% of the population.

Gaston, Delaware County, IN, is a small town with no hospitals; residents rely on Ball Memorial Hospital in nearby Muncie (about 11 miles away) for specialized care and emergency services. Local access includes one primary care clinic and a pharmacy. Approximately 92% of Delaware County residents have health insurance (per 2021 Census data). The population is predominantly White (over 94%), with a median age of 37. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Healthcare provider density is lower than the state average, with about 1 primary care physician per 2,100 residents.