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Gilson, IL

Illinois

Gilson is a small town in Illinois with a population of 149. Residents earn $66,719 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
149 Population 452/sq mi density
$66,719 Median Income $28,260 per capita
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,719 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,719
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population149
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans25.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,719
Per Capita$28,260
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,449M
Commute30 min

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking16.1%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation681 ft (208 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute30 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries9

Is Gilson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gilson receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Gilson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gilson is $66,719, 11% 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 30 minutes.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Gilson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gilson has a population of 149 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 7.4% Hispanic.

Population

149
Total Population
452
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%
Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gilson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gilson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gilson is $66,719, which is 11% 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 30 minutes.

Income: Gilson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,719
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,260
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$62,190

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)980
County GDP$2,449M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare124
Retail154
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,480
85% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

In Gilson, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,053
Dentists1:2,861
Mental Health1:515
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death9,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities124
Gilson has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall25.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation681 ft (208 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates40.8627°N, 90.1991°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.4%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density452/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants130
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

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