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Gilman, Iowa

Gilman, Iowa, in Marshall county, is 44 miles E of Ames, Iowa (center to center) and 168 miles E of Omaha, Nebraska. The city contains a population of approximately 600.

The People and Families of Gilman

In Gilman, about 61% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Gilman, which is home to many people who live alone.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Gilman had a median family income of $42,500.

Gilman Housing

Gilman has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 72% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Rents in the city tend toward the low side for Iowa.

Commuting

In Gilman, 94% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Gilman strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Gilman Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Gilman, IA

Comparing Gilman to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women87
Well-Paid Single Men76
Age of the Population76
Senior Citizens64
Male Share of the Population66
Female Share of the Population55
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married65
Average Household Size57

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better64
Median Family Income64
College Educated Adults53
People Above Poverty52

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work87
Short Commute Times52
Working at Home43
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
People Living Alone99
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
Seasonal and Vacation Housing69
Affordability of Property Taxes55
Housing Recently Built35
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