Gillett, AR

Arkansas

Gillett is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 464. Residents earn $67,143 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
464 Population 464/sq mi density
$67,143 Median Income $36,991 per capita
$91,900 Home Value
$738 Median Rent 33.8% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,143 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,900 home value, $738/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,143
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population464
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density464/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans0.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,143
Per Capita$36,991
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$1,354M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,900
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units276
Rent Burden33.8%

Health

Obesity33.5%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking12.8%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation186 ft (57 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute21 min
Broadband74.1%
Libraries3

Is Gillett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gillett receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gillett stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gillett is $67,143, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gillett is $91,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gillett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gillett has a population of 464 with a density of 464 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 15.3% Black.

Population

464
Total Population
464
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gillett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gillett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gillett is $67,143, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Gillett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,143
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,991
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$59,194

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)626
County GDP$1,354M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare49
Retail92
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Gillett is $91,900, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,900
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden33.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%
Housing Units276
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Gillett, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death17,355/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities49
Gillett has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.5 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation186 ft (57 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density464/sq mi
Coordinates34.1192°N, 91.3791°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.1-point margin. 74.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.2%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density464/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants47
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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