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Gilbertsville, NY

New York

Gilbertsville is a small town in New York with a population of 337. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
337 Population 337/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $44,953 per capita
$151,800 Home Value $179,512 Zillow
$1,105 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,800 home value, $1,105/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,800
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,105
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population337
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density337/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$44,953
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$3,066M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,800
Rent$1,105
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,512
Housing Units192
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity31.6%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking13.5%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,075 ft (328 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+20.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute36 min
Broadband89.7%
Libraries10

Is Gilbertsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilbertsville receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Gilbertsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilbertsville is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Gilbertsville is $151,800, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,105 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilbertsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Gilbertsville has a population of 337 with a density of 337 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

337
Total Population
337
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilbertsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilbertsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilbertsville is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Gilbertsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,234
IRS Avg AGI$59,122

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,040
County GDP$3,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare110
Retail164
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,373
82% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilbertsville is $151,800, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,105 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,512.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,800
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,512

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,105
5% below US avg
Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%
Housing Units192
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,373
82% above US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
In Gilbertsville, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,324
Dentists1:3,097
Mental Health1:522
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death10,172/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities110
Gilbertsville has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,075 ft (328 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density337/sq mi
Coordinates42.4693°N, 75.3226°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.2-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.6%
D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+20.3%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density337/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.7%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants91
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home9.1%

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