Gilliam, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Gilliam is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 113. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
113 Population 48/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $39,912 per capita
$143,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,800 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
31.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age58.1 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$39,912
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$7,656M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation193 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+77.7%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries7

Is Gilliam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilliam receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Gilliam stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilliam is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilliam is $143,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilliam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gilliam has a population of 113 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 58.1 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.4%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 28.3% Black.

Population

113
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
58.1yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilliam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilliam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilliam is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Gilliam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,912
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$72,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,667
County GDP$7,656M

Business (County)

Restaurants280
Healthcare264
Retail436
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,331
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilliam is $143,800, 49% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,800
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,331
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Gilliam, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate80.9%
Premature Death8,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities264

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Gilliam has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation193 ft (59 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates32.8282°N, 93.8418°W
County FIPS22015
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.9%
5% below US avg
High School+77.7%
School Test Score4.48
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities264
Restaurants280
Retail Stores436

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home10.3%

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