What are the schools like in Gilmore, MD?

School district data for Gilmore is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Gilmore?

The median household income in Gilmore, MD is $84,904 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Gilmore, MD?

Gilmore has an average high temperature of 33.9°F in January and 79.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 72.1 inches.

Gilmore, MD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Gilmore, MD affordable or expensive?

Gilmore's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gilmore is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Gilmore, MD?

Gilmore has a violent crime rate of 123.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1050.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Gilmore, MD a Good Place to Live?

Gilmore is a small town of 359 in Maryland, with a median household income of $84,904 . Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Gilmore stands out for an affordable cost of living, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Gilmore is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Gilmore city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 85.8

Gilmore's overall cost of living index is 85.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gilmore costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gilmore, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$84,904	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Gilmore's violent crime rate is 123.6 per 100,000 residents — 67% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

123.6 /100k

Property Crime

1050.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	Gilmore, MD	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gilmore sees average highs of 33.9°F in January and 79.4°F in July, with 45.2 inches of annual precipitation and 72.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gilmore, MD
Average High — January	33.9°F
Average High — July	79.4°F
Annual Precipitation	45.2"
Annual Snowfall	72.1"

Demographics

Metric	Gilmore, MD	National Avg
Population	359	—
Median Age	20.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	35.4%	22.2%
65 and over	7.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Midland, MD 0 mi Ocean, MD 1 mi Woodland, MD 2 mi Lonaconing, MD 2 mi Klondike, MD 2 mi

Gilmore vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilmore, MD affordable or expensive?

Gilmore's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gilmore roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is N/A and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Gilmore, MD?

Gilmore's violent crime rate is 123.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1050.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Gilmore?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Gilmore, MD a good place to live?

Gilmore, MD has a population of 359, a median household income of $84,904, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Gilmore?

Gilmore averages 33.9°F in January and 79.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.2 inches with about 72.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Gilmore?

The population of Gilmore, Maryland is 359 with a median age of 20.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gilmore?

Key numbers for living in Gilmore: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income $84,904, crime index 40 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gilmore side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.