Median Income
$58,281
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$141,700
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.6%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,014
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.2%
18% lower than US avg
How Mount Gilead Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,166
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density334/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 28%
Economy
B+
Median Income$58,281
Per Capita$26,654
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$141,700
Rent$1,014
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,113
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation411 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.6%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Libraries6
Is Mount Gilead a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mount Gilead receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mount Gilead offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mount Gilead is $58,281, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mount Gilead is $141,700, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Mount Gilead enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Mount Gilead has a population of 1,166 with a density of 334 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (55.7%), with 28.2% White.
Population
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Gilead vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.9% |
| 34% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mount Gilead vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mount Gilead is $58,281, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Mount Gilead vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,281 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,654 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $860 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,178 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,703 |
| County GDP | $2,785M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 130 |
| Healthcare | 162 |
| Retail | 249 |
| Manufacturing | 85 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,478 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.45% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Mount Gilead is $141,700, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,014 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,113.
Home Values
| Census Median | $141,700 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $204,113 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,014 |
| 13% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,478 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.45% |
In Mount Gilead, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mount Gilead vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.7% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.6% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,233/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 162 |
Crime Rates: Mount Gilead vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Mount Gilead has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.3 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 411 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 334/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2164°N, 80.0050°W |
| County FIPS | 37167 |