Gilbert, LA

Louisiana

Gilbert is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 318. Residents earn $49,750 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
318 Population 303/sq mi density
$49,750 Median Income $33,130 per capita
$86,400 Home Value $112,286 Zillow
$566 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$49,750 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,400 home value, $566/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,750
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $566
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population318
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density303/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$49,750
Per Capita$33,130
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty17.3%
County GDP$619M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,400
Rent$566
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,286

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.3 in/yr
Elevation74 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+74.6%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute46 min
Libraries2

Is Gilbert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilbert receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Gilbert offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilbert is $49,750, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilbert is $86,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $566 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilbert enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gilbert has a population of 318 with a density of 303 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.2%), with 6.3% Hispanic, 41.5% Black.

Population

318
Total Population
303
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.1%
Female 61.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilbert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilbert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilbert is $49,750, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Gilbert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,750
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,130
Avg Weekly Wage$739
IRS Avg AGI$46,773

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)491
County GDP$619M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare53
Retail67
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,750
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilbert is $86,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $566 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,286.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,400
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,286

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$566
51% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,750
50% below US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
In Gilbert, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death14,083/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Gilbert has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.3 inches
53% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation74 ft (23 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density303/sq mi
Coordinates32.0512°N, 91.6577°W
County FIPS22041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 49.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+74.6%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density303/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants28
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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