Gilbert, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Gilbert is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 563. Residents earn $76,364 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
563 Population 208/sq mi density
$76,364 Median Income $45,829 per capita
$239,100 Home Value $330,595 Zillow
$980 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,364 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$239,100 home value, $980/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,364
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $239,100
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population563
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density208/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,364
Per Capita$45,829
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$19,752M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$239,100
Rent$980
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$330,595

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation546 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+91.6%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute33 min
Libraries11

Is Gilbert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilbert receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Gilbert stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilbert is $76,364, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilbert is $239,100, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% 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 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gilbert has a population of 563 with a density of 208 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%), with 4.6% Black.

Population

563
Total Population
208
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilbert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilbert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilbert is $76,364, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Gilbert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,364
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,829
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$75,428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,854
County GDP$19,752M

Business (County)

Restaurants628
Healthcare754
Retail1,199
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,132
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilbert is $239,100, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $330,595.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,100
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$330,595

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,132
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Gilbert, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death8,865/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities754

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41

Safety Score

Gilbert has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation546 ft (166 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density208/sq mi
Coordinates33.9241°N, 81.3910°W
County FIPS45063
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score4.51
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density208/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities754
Restaurants628
Retail Stores1,199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Work from Home8.8%

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