Gildford, MT

Montana

Gildford is a small town in Montana with a population of 132. Residents earn $48,897 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
132 Population 116/sq mi density
$48,897 Median Income $28,726 per capita
$98,800 Home Value $261,487 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 15.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$48,897 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,800 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,897
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population132
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$48,897
Per Capita$28,726
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$925M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,487
Rent Burden15.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation2,826 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries1

Is Gildford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gildford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gildford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gildford is $48,897, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gildford is $98,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gildford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Gildford has a population of 132 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

132
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gildford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gildford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gildford is $48,897, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Gildford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,897
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,726
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$925M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare58
Retail68
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gildford is $98,800, 65% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,487.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,800
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,487

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden15.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,257
7% below US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Gildford, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma12.6%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gildford has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,826 ft (861 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates48.5737°N, 110.3071°W
County FIPS30041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.68
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants56
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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