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Gilliam, MO

Missouri

Gilliam is a small town in Missouri with a population of 207. Residents earn $36,607 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
207 Population 828/sq mi density
$36,607 Median Income $22,009 per capita
$82,800 Home Value
$571 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$36,607 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,800 home value, $571/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,607
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $571
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population207
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density828/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,607
Per Capita$22,009
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty22.0%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,800
Rent$571
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking22.0%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+79.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband89.0%

Is Gilliam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilliam receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Gilliam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilliam is $36,607, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilliam is $82,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $571 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilliam experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gilliam has a population of 207 with a density of 828 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 3.9% Hispanic, 2.9% Black.

Population

207
Total Population
828
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilliam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gilliam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilliam is $36,607, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Gilliam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,607
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,009

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilliam is $82,800, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $571 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,800
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$571
51% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.6%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

In Gilliam, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 22.0% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.0%
57% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep42.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits50.3%

Food & Exercise

Gilliam has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density828/sq mi
Coordinates39.2334°N, 93.0046°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+79.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density828/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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