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Gillams, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Gillams is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 506. Residents earn $68,000 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
506 Population 195/sq mi density
$68,000 Median Income $46,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$68,000 median income, 9.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,000
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population506
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density195/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,000
Per Capita$46,200
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty15.6%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units215
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+24.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute38 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Gillams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gillams receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Gillams offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gillams is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gillams is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Gillams has a population of 506 with a density of 195 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

506
Total Population
2021 Census
195
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gillams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gillams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gillams is $68,000, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Gillams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,000
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Gillams is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.4%
Renter-Occupied4.7%
Housing Units215

Property Tax

In Gillams, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+24.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density195/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Nearby Cities

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