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
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
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Gilchrist vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 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.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $142,137 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,274 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,074 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 15.0% |
| 317% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 11,562 |
| County GDP | $16,683M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 699 |
| Healthcare | 960 |
| Retail | 869 |
| Manufacturing | 365 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,048 |
| 73% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.75% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Gilchrist is $346,100, 23% above the national average.
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,048 |
| 73% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.75% |
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
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.6% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 48.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,427/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 960 |
Crime Rates: Gilchrist vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
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 Average | 41.7°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.5 inches |
| 30% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,468 ft (1,362 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 771/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4785°N, 121.6939°W |
| County FIPS | 41017 |