Gilbertown, AL

Alabama

Gilbertown is a small town in Alabama with a population of 772. Residents earn $66,300 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
772 Population 73/sq mi density
$66,300 Median Income $33,605 per capita
$178,400 Home Value
$883 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$66,300 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,400 home value, $883/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,300
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,400
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population772
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,300
Per Capita$33,605
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$728M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,400
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.1 in/yr
Elevation93 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+92.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute36 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries2

Is Gilbertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilbertown receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Gilbertown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilbertown is $66,300, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilbertown is $178,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilbertown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gilbertown has a population of 772 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 10.1% Black.

Population

772
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
10.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilbertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gilbertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilbertown is $66,300, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Gilbertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,300
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,605
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$56,899

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)354
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare18
Retail53
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,146
67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilbertown is $178,400, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,400
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,146
67% below US avg
Effective Rate0.64%
In Gilbertown, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.7%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity32.4%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death12,977/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access25.2%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Gilbertown has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.1 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation93 ft (28 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.2 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates31.8662°N, 88.3075°W
County FIPS01023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.9-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area10.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants22
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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