Median Income
$79,375
6% higher than US avg
Home Value
$263,800
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Gillsville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population315
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A+
Median Income$79,375
Per Capita$27,064
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$690M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$263,800
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,366
Health
Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation889 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+83.6%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
Commute28 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries2
Is Gillsville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gillsville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Gillsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gillsville is $79,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gillsville is $263,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Gillsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Gillsville has a population of 315 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 1.9% Black.
Population
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Gillsville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Gillsville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Gillsville is $79,375, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Gillsville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,375 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,064 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $863 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,378 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 383 |
| County GDP | $690M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 48 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,469 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Gillsville is $263,800, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,366.
Home Values
| Census Median | $263,800 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $323,366 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,469 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
In Gillsville, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gillsville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,880/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Gillsville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Gillsville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.4 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3076°N, 83.6381°W |
| County FIPS | 13011 |