Gilby, ND

North Dakota

Gilby is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 401. Residents earn $85,625 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
401 Population 2,228/sq mi density
$85,625 Median Income $35,018 per capita
$84,500 Home Value
$788 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,500 home value, $788/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

401
Total Population
2,228
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilby vs U.S. Average

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: Gilby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)519
County GDP$1,027M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilby is $84,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied95.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.49%
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

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.3%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death6,772/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation881 ft (269 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,228/sq mi
Coordinates48.0835°N, 97.4677°W
County FIPS38099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,228/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants26
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Work from Home10.6%

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