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Gilmanton, WI

Wisconsin

Gilmanton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 138. Residents earn $52,250 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
138 Population 41/sq mi density
$52,250 Median Income $29,888 per capita
$205,900 Home Value
$535 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,250 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$205,900 home value, $535/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,250
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $205,900
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $535
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,250
Per Capita$29,888
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$731M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$205,900
Rent$535
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units63
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.3%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+99.0%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute31 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries2

Is Gilmanton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilmanton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gilmanton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilmanton is $52,250, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gilmanton is $205,900, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $535 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilmanton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Gilmanton has a population of 138 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

138
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilmanton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilmanton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilmanton is $52,250, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Gilmanton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,250
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,888
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$63,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$731M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare24
Retail32
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,359
25% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Gilmanton is $205,900, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $535 (54% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,900
27% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$535
54% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units63
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,359
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Gilmanton, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits70.3%
Premature Death5,033/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access64.1%
Healthcare Facilities24
Gilmanton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall37.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates44.4809°N, 91.6721°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.3-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+99.0%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants46
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.7%

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