Gillett, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Oconto County County
Gillett, WI
At a Glance
How Gillett Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gillett's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gillett a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gillett residents earn a median household income of $55,323 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,423. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 932 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gillett is $110,800 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $247,261. Median rent is $758/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Gillett reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 600/100K.
Education
8.9% of adults in Gillett hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gillett has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches.