Gilbertown, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Choctaw County County
Gilbertown, AL
At a Glance
How Gilbertown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gilbertown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gilbertown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gilbertown residents earn a median household income of $66,300 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,605. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8% (89% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 354 business establishments, including 22 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gilbertown is $178,400 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $122,803. Median rent is $883/month, with 28.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Gilbertown reports 283 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 26% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 849/100K.
Education
9.6% of adults in Gilbertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 52.0 inches.