Gilboa, OH

Ohio

Gilboa is a small town in Ohio with a population of 225. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
225 Population 1,731/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $26,627 per capita
$117,700 Home Value
$730 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,700 home value, $730/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $117,700
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $730
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.0%
174% higher than US avg

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

People

Population225
Median Age24.6 yrs
Density1,731/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$26,627
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.0%
County GDP$7,323M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,700
Rent$730
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units91
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity44.0%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.4%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation746 ft (227 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+98.2%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute24 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries4

Is Gilboa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilboa receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Gilboa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilboa is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 34.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilboa is $117,700, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilboa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gilboa has a population of 225 with a density of 1,731 people per square mile. The median age is 24.6 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%).

Population

225
Total Population
1,731
People / sq mi
24.6yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.7%
Female 61.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilboa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gilboa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilboa is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Gilboa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,627
Avg Weekly Wage$1,259
IRS Avg AGI$79,179

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,961
County GDP$7,323M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare188
Retail248
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,701
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone95.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilboa is $117,700, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,700
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$730
37% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units91
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,701
34% above US avg
Effective Rate3.99%
In Gilboa, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death8,447/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access77.2%
Healthcare Facilities188
Gilboa has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation746 ft (227 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,731/sq mi
Coordinates41.0188°N, 83.9217°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+98.2%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,731/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants190
Retail Stores248

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone95.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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