Median Income
$85,625
14% higher than US avg
Home Value
$84,500
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Gilby Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population401
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density2,228/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A+
Median Income$85,625
Per Capita$35,018
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,027M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$84,500
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation881 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+99.1%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute29 min
Libraries3
Is Gilby a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gilby receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Gilby stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gilby is $85,625, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gilby is $84,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Gilby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Gilby has a population of 401 with a density of 2,228 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 1.7% Hispanic.
Population
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Gilby is $85,625, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,625 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,018 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,100 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,292 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 519 |
| County GDP | $1,027M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,643 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 10.6% |
The median home value in Gilby is $84,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,500 |
| 70% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $788 |
| 32% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,643 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.49% |
In Gilby, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gilby vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,772/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
Crime Rates: Gilby vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Gilby has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-14°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 881 ft (269 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,228/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.0835°N, 97.4677°W |
| County FIPS | 38099 |