Gillis, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Gillis is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 763.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
763 Population 457/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $28,347 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.6%
250% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population763
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density457/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,347
Unemployment12.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$18,357M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain69.3 in/yr
Elevation25 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+71.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Libraries12

Is Gillis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gillis receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gillis faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 12.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Gillis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 69.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gillis has a population of 763 with a density of 457 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 11.5% Black.

Population

763
Total Population
457
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gillis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gillis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gillis is N/A. The unemployment rate is 12.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Gillis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,347
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,887

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.6%
250% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,056
County GDP$18,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants460
Healthcare580
Retail765
Manufacturing129

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,238
7% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Median List Price$228,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$228,900
$/Sq Ft$107
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

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-Occupied77.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,238
7% below US avg
In Gillis, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death11,761/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities580

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Safety Score

Gillis has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 69.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.3 inches
82% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation25 ft (8 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density457/sq mi
Coordinates30.3769°N, 93.1998°W
County FIPS22019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+71.2%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density457/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities580
Restaurants460
Retail Stores765

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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