Gilman, MT

Montana

Gilman is a small town in Montana with a population of 17. Residents earn $45,625 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
17 Population 26/sq mi density
$45,625 Median Income $28,847 per capita
$231,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$231,300 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,625
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $231,300
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17
Median Age64.9 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,625
Per Capita$28,847
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$300M
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$231,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain11.9 in/yr
Elevation4,000 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute32 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries3

Is Gilman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilman receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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 below-average incomes. Gilman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilman is $45,625, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilman is $231,300, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.9 inches, including 47.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Gilman has a population of 17 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 64.9 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

17
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
64.9yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.0%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilman is $45,625, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Gilman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,625
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,847
Avg Weekly Wage$843
IRS Avg AGI$61,537

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)331
County GDP$300M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare18
Retail25
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,883
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilman is $231,300, 18% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,300
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,883
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.25%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access51.4%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gilman has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.9 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall47.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,000 ft (1,219 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates47.5093°N, 112.3578°W
County FIPS30099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 45 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.68
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants20
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.5%

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