Median Income
$53,148
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$98,600
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$872
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.2%
18% lower than US avg
How Gibbon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population880
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density1,333/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$53,148
Per Capita$31,957
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$722M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$98,600
Rent$872
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,547
Rent Burden21.7%
Health
Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Elevation1,038 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+90.8%
School Score6.08
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.4%
Libraries5
Is Gibbon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gibbon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gibbon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gibbon is $53,148, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gibbon is $98,600, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Gibbon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches, including 37.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Gibbon has a population of 880 with a density of 1,333 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.
Population
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.2% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.8% |
| 42% below US avg |
The median household income in Gibbon is $53,148, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,148 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,957 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,016 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 405 |
| County GDP | $722M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,569 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.62% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Gibbon is $98,600, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $872 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,547.
Home Values
| Census Median | $98,600 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $228,547 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $872 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,569 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.62% |
In Gibbon, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gibbon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,589/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Gibbon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Gibbon has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.2°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.9 inches |
| 27% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 37.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,038 ft (316 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,333/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5332°N, 94.5242°W |
| County FIPS | 27143 |