Iowa · Metropolitan Area
Gilbertville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 736. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.
Based on current data, Gilbertville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Gilbertville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Gilbertville is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Gilbertville is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Gilbertville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,750 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,235 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,147 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,437 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,947 |
| County GDP | $10,039M |
| Restaurants | 323 |
| Healthcare | 388 |
| Retail | 470 |
| Manufacturing | 137 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,315 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.83% |
| Commute Time | 18.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |
| Census Median | $187,500 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $212,518 |
| Census Median Rent | $815 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 23.1% |
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,315 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.83% |
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 24.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.9% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,993/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 388 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 33.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 859 ft (262 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,044/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4183°N, 92.2141°W |
| County FIPS | 19013 |
Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.3% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 99.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 2,044/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 92.2% |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 388 |
| Restaurants | 323 |
| Retail Stores | 470 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 18.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 74.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |