Gilbertsville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Gilbertsville is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,999. Residents earn $117,426 per year, which is 56% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,999 Population 1,791/sq mi density
$117,426 Median Income $47,001 per capita
$354,700 Home Value $484,093 Zillow
$1,089 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$117,426 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$354,700 home value, $1,089/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
41.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $117,426
56% higher than US avg
Home Value $354,700
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.9%
24% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,089
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,999
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density1,791/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$117,426
Per Capita$47,001
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$354,700
Rent$1,089
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$484,093

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation323 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.9%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute27 min
EV Stations2
Libraries37

Is Gilbertsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilbertsville receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. 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 $117,426, which is significantly higher than the national average — 56% above $75,149. This places Gilbertsville among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilbertsville is $354,700, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,089 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilbertsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Gilbertsville has a population of 5,999 with a density of 1,791 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

5,999
Total Population
1,791
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilbertsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilbertsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilbertsville is $117,426, which is 56% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Gilbertsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$117,426
56% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,001
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilbertsville is $354,700, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,089 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $484,093.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$354,700
26% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$484,093
Median List Price$450,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$450,000
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,089
6% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate2.79%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Gilbertsville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation323 ft (98 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density1,791/sq mi
Coordinates40.3230°N, 75.6086°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.9%
24% above US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,791/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home11.0%

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