Gilchrist, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Gilchrist is a small town in Oregon with a population of 293.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
293 Population 771/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $142,137 per capita
$346,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $346,100
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population293
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density771/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$142,137
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$16,683M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$346,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Elevation4,468 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute26 min
Libraries6

Is Gilchrist a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilchrist receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gilchrist offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilchrist is $346,100, 23% above the national median.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilchrist has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Gilchrist has a population of 293 with a density of 771 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

293
Total Population
771
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilchrist vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilchrist vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilchrist is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Gilchrist vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$142,137
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$104,074

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.0%
317% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,562
County GDP$16,683M

Business (County)

Restaurants699
Healthcare960
Retail869
Manufacturing365

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,048
73% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilchrist is $346,100, 23% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$346,100
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,048
73% above US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Gilchrist, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate48.2%
Checkup Rate68.0%
Premature Death5,427/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access93.8%
Healthcare Facilities960

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Gilchrist has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,468 ft (1,362 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density771/sq mi
Coordinates43.4785°N, 121.6939°W
County FIPS41017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.6%
D 53.7%

Winner: Democrat by 10.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density771/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities960
Restaurants699
Retail Stores869

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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