Gilman, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Gilman is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 226. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
226 Population 471/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $34,823 per capita
$221,100 Home Value $254,849 Zillow
$920 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$221,100 home value, $920/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,100
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population226
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density471/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$34,823
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$1,160M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,100
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,849
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Elevation1,196 ft (365 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+86.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries3

Is Gilman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilman receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Gilman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilman is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilman is $221,100, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Gilman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches, including 48.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Gilman has a population of 226 with a density of 471 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

226
Total Population
471
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilman is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Gilman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,823
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$64,646

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)796
County GDP$1,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare80
Retail102
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,858
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilman is $221,100, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,849.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,100
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,849

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$250
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,858
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Gilman, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death11,137/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities80
Gilman has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall48.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,196 ft (365 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density471/sq mi
Coordinates45.7353°N, 93.9486°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density471/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants72
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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