Median Income
$75,833
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$191,100
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.9%
44% lower than US avg
How Giltner Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population491
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density1,259/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,833
Per Capita$35,279
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$927M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$191,100
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,339
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Elevation1,831 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute24 min
Libraries1
Is Giltner a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Giltner receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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 high obesity rates. Giltner stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Giltner is $75,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Giltner is $191,100, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Giltner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Giltner has a population of 491 with a density of 1,259 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Giltner is $75,833, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,833 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,279 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,063 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $91,818 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 384 |
| County GDP | $927M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,195 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.20% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
The median home value in Giltner is $191,100, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,339.
Home Values
| Census Median | $191,100 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $298,339 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $825 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,195 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.20% |
In Giltner, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Giltner vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 18.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,028/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Giltner vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Giltner has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.8 inches |
| 27% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 28.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,831 ft (558 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,259/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7754°N, 98.1543°W |
| County FIPS | 31081 |