Another notable thing is that Gouldsboro is an extremely popular destination for tourists and seasonal residents. So much of the population is seasonal such that the town’s population swells significantly during the vacation season, and drops again when the season ends. Because of this, much of the local economy is centered around tourism; some businesses may be operated only during the high season. During the low season, year-round residents will notice that the city is a substantially quieter place to live.
Gouldsboro is a good choice for families with children because of several factors. Many other families with children live here, making it a place where both parents and children are more likely to develop social ties with other families. The town’s good public school district and large population of college-educated adults provide an environment conducive to academic success. Many people own their own single-family homes, providing areas for children to play and stability in the community. Finally, Gouldsboro’s overall crime rate ranks among the lowest in the country, making it one of the safest places to raise a family.
In terms of college education, Gouldsboro is substantially better educated than the typical community in the nation, which has 21.84% of the adults holding a bachelor's degree or graduate degree: 32.04% of adults in Gouldsboro have a college degree.
The per capita income in Gouldsboro in 2022 was $60,125, which is wealthy relative to Pennsylvania and the nation. This equates to an annual income of $240,500 for a family of four.
The people who call Gouldsboro home describe themselves as belonging to a variety of racial and ethnic groups. The greatest number of Gouldsboro residents report their race to be White, followed by Black or African-American. Important ancestries of people in Gouldsboro include German, Italian, Irish, English, and Polish.
The most common language spoken in Gouldsboro is English. Other important languages spoken here include Italian and Polish.
