Gilman, WI

Wisconsin

Gilman is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 463. Residents earn $58,333 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
463 Population 198/sq mi density
$58,333 Median Income $26,205 per capita
$105,600 Home Value $208,361 Zillow
$544 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,333 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,600 home value, $544/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,333
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,600
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $544
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population463
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density198/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,333
Per Capita$26,205
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$1,109M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,600
Rent$544
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,361
Housing Units195
Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,241/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary248/100K

Health

Obesity45.5%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking19.0%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,226 ft (374 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute32 min
Broadband73.5%
Libraries5

Is Gilman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilman receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, 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 $58,333, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 7.6% 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 $105,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Gilman is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,241 per 100,000, 37% below the national average.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 70.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Gilman has a population of 463 with a density of 198 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

463
Total Population
198
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilman is $58,333, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% 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$58,333
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,205
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$61,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)538
County GDP$1,109M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare46
Retail65
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,657
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilman is $105,600, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,361.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,600
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,361

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$544
53% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%
Housing Units195
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,657
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Gilman, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.5%
42% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death6,980/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities46
Gilman has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,241 per 100,000 (37% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,240.7/100K
37% below US avg
Burglary248.1/100K
Theft992.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Gilman has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall70.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,226 ft (374 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density198/sq mi
Coordinates45.1662°N, 90.8072°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 73.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density198/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants50
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home6.3%

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