Gilman, VT

Vermont

Gilman is a small town in Vermont with a population of 146. Residents earn $57,955 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
146 Population 332/sq mi density
$57,955 Median Income $36,725 per capita
$97,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,955 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,900 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,955
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,900
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher 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

Population146
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density332/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,955
Per Capita$36,725
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$183M

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation849 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+84.7%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband92.0%
Libraries4

Is Gilman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilman receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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 $57,955, 23% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilman is $97,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 100.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Gilman has a population of 146 with a density of 332 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

146
Total Population
332
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.4%
Female 33.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilman is $57,955, which is 23% 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.

Income: Gilman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,955
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,725
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$51,928

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)180
County GDP$183M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare10
Retail8
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,350
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.49%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilman is $97,900, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,900
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,350
81% above US avg
Effective Rate6.49%
In Gilman, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death9,787/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access31.6%
Healthcare Facilities10

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 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall100.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation849 ft (259 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density332/sq mi
Coordinates44.4140°N, 71.7123°W
County FIPS50009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score6.02
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density332/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants12
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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