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Gillham, AR

Arkansas

Gillham is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 190. Residents earn $61,750 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
190 Population 218/sq mi density
$61,750 Median Income $26,203 per capita
$48,300 Home Value
$590 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$61,750 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,300 home value, $590/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,750
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,300
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $590
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population190
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,750
Per Capita$26,203
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$860M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,300
Rent$590
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units89
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured18.0%
Smoking19.8%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation733 ft (223 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute25 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries1

Is Gillham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gillham receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Gillham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gillham is $61,750, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gillham is $48,300, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $590 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gillham enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gillham has a population of 190 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

190
Total Population
218
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gillham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gillham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gillham is $61,750, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Gillham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,750
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,203
Avg Weekly Wage$824
IRS Avg AGI$51,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)486
County GDP$860M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare46
Retail69
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gillham is $48,300, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $590 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,300
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$590
49% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.0%
Housing Units89
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Gillham, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 37.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.8%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity37.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress17.4%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%
Uninsured18.0%
109% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits50.6%
Premature Death13,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Gillham has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation733 ft (223 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density218/sq mi
Coordinates34.1686°N, 94.3130°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.5-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 70.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density218/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants40
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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