Gibsonton, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Gibsonton is a small city in Florida with a population of 18,831. Residents earn $74,049 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
18,831 Population 1,470/sq mi density
$74,049 Median Income $30,722 per capita
$274,300 Home Value $316,316 Zillow
$1,286 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$74,049 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$274,300 home value, $1,286/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,049
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $274,300
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,286
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

How Gibsonton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population18,831
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density1,470/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,049
Per Capita$30,722
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$152,010M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$274,300
Rent$1,286
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$316,316

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation5 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+81.5%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute32 min
Libraries30

Is Gibsonton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gibsonton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Gibsonton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gibsonton is $74,049, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gibsonton is $274,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,286 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Gibsonton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gibsonton has a population of 18,831 with a density of 1,470 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 17.4% Black.

Population

18,831
Total Population
1,470
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
12.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gibsonton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.7%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.3%
149% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gibsonton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gibsonton is $74,049, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Gibsonton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,049
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,722
Avg Weekly Wage$1,447
IRS Avg AGI$91,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)58,449
County GDP$152,010M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,937
Healthcare4,911
Retail4,787
Manufacturing848

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,530
144% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Gibsonton is $274,300, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,286 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $316,316.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$274,300
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$316,316
Median List Price$390,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$390,000
$/Sq Ft$155
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops31.2%
Inventory61

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,286
11% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,352

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,530
144% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Gibsonton, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.6% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gibsonton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access91.4%
Healthcare Facilities4,911

Crime Rates: Gibsonton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)215

Safety Score

Gibsonton has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5 ft (2 m)
Area12.8 sq mi (33.2 km²)
Population Density1,470/sq mi
Coordinates27.8276°N, 82.3793°W
County FIPS12057
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+81.5%
School Test Score5.60
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,470/sq mi
Total Area12.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries30
Healthcare Facilities4,911
Restaurants2,937
Retail Stores4,787

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)215

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Work from Home12.5%

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