Median Income $29,219

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.1%

79% lower than US avg

Median Rent $788

32% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.1%

44% higher than US avg

Unemployment 27.3%

658% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.1%

27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population166

Median Age55.9 yrs

Density12/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 21%

Veterans4.0%

Economy

Median Income$29,219

Per Capita$21,078

Unemployment27.3%

Poverty9.1%

County GDP$2,345M

Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$788

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units101

Rent Burden38.8%

Health

Obesity46.1%

Uninsured14.1%

Smoking17.8%

Depression23.6%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain50.4 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation221 ft (67 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.1%

High School+87.5%

Graduate+0.7%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%

Commute28 min

Broadband83.0%

Libraries8

Is Gilmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilmore receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Gilmore has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilmore is $29,219, 61% below the national average of $75,149. At 27.3%, unemployment is notably high. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilmore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gilmore has a population of 166 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 55.9 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (62.7%), with 21.1% White, 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

166

Total Population

People / sq mi

55.9yrs

Median Age

44% above US avg

13.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%

Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilmore is $29,219, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 27.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Gilmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$29,219
	61% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,078
Avg Weekly Wage	$919
IRS Avg AGI	$53,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	27.3%
	658% above US avg
Poverty Rate	9.1%
	27% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,096
County GDP	$2,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants	113
Healthcare	126
Retail	145
Manufacturing	33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,342
	33% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.0 min
Drive Alone	88.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$788
	32% below US avg
Rent Burden	38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$700
1 Bedroom	$751
2 Bedrooms	$944
3 Bedrooms	$1,239
4 Bedrooms	$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	92.8%
Housing Units	101
Median Year Built	1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,342
	33% below US avg

In Gilmore, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 37.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.1%
	44% above US avg
Diabetes	14.1%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	43.3%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	5.6%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.8%
	27% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.5%
Physical Inactivity	37.7%
Depression	23.6%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	15.8%
Short Sleep	43.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.1%
Uninsured	14.1%
	64% above US avg
Checkup Rate	79.7%
Dental Visits	44.8%
Premature Death	17,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	78.8%
Healthcare Facilities	126

Gilmore has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	62.6°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.4 inches
	33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	221 ft (67 m)
Area	13.5 sq mi (35.0 km²)
Population Density	12/sq mi
Coordinates	35.4140°N, 90.2956°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05035

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.3-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%

D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.1%
	79% below US avg
High School+	87.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.7%
School Test Score	4.91

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	12/sq mi
Total Area	13.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.0%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	126
Restaurants	113
Retail Stores	145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.0 min
Drive Alone	88.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.9%

Gilmore, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Gilmore a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Gilmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Gilmore vs U.S. Average

Income: Gilmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities