Gilbert, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Logan County County
Gilbert, WV
At a Glance
How Gilbert Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gilbert's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gilbert a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gilbert residents earn a median household income of $53,625 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,778. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,008 business establishments, including 54 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gilbert is $81,900 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $80,432. Median rent is $717/month, with 36.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Gilbert reports 328 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 656/100K.
Education
22.7% of adults in Gilbert hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 79.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 48.3 inches.