Gilbert, WV

West Virginia

Gilbert is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 320. Residents earn $53,625 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
320 Population 320/sq mi density
$53,625 Median Income $32,778 per capita
$81,900 Home Value $84,633 Zillow
$717 Median Rent 36.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,625 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,900 home value, $717/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,625
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% 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

Population320
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,625
Per Capita$32,778
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,900
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$84,633
Rent Burden36.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.5%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation1,240 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+79.2%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute31 min
Broadband92.9%
Libraries3

Is Gilbert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilbert receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $53,625, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilbert is $81,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilbert experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Gilbert has a population of 320 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

320
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilbert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilbert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilbert is $53,625, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Gilbert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,625
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,778
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,008
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare86
Retail109
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilbert is $81,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $84,633.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,900
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$84,633

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% below US avg
Rent Burden36.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Gilbert, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.5% report depression. 37.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma13.3%
COPD11.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity37.3%
Depression35.5%
Mental Distress25.6%
Physical Distress18.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86

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 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates37.6149°N, 81.8704°W
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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