What are the schools like in Gilbertsville, NY?

Gilbertsville is served primarily by GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.2:1.

What is the median household income in Gilbertsville?

The median household income in Gilbertsville, NY is $90,313 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in Gilbertsville, NY?

Gilbertsville has an average high temperature of 31.5°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 79.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Gilbertsville, NY affordable or expensive?

Gilbertsville's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gilbertsville is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $142,900 and the median rent is $1,039 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Gilbertsville, NY?

Gilbertsville has a violent crime rate of 6.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 13.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Gilbertsville, NY a Good Place to Live?

Gilbertsville is a small town of 337 in New York, with a median household income of $90,313 and a 7.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Gilbertsville stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Gilbertsville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Gilbertsville 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: 97.1

Gilbertsville's overall cost of living index is 97.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gilbertsville costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gilbertsville, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$142,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,039	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$90,313	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Gilbertsville's violent crime rate is 6.7 per 100,000 residents — 98% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

6.7 /100k

Property Crime

13.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Gilbertsville is served primarily by GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Gilbertsville, NY	National Avg
School District	GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	41.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gilbertsville sees average highs of 31.5°F in January and 81.1°F in July, with 44.4 inches of annual precipitation and 79.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gilbertsville, NY
Average High — January	31.5°F
Average High — July	81.1°F
Annual Precipitation	44.4"
Annual Snowfall	79.4"

Demographics

Metric	Gilbertsville, NY	National Avg
Population	337	—
Median Age	45.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.2%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	12.5%	22.2%
65 and over	23.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Morris, NY 7 mi Wells Bridge, NY 8 mi Otego, NY 9 mi Guilford, NY 9 mi Unadilla, NY 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Gilbertsville

Gilbertsville, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

13776

Gilbertsville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbertsville, NY affordable or expensive?

Gilbertsville's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gilbertsville roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $142,900 and median rent is $1,039/month.

What is the crime rate in Gilbertsville, NY?

Gilbertsville's violent crime rate is 6.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 13.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Gilbertsville?

Public schools in Gilbertsville are operated by GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1. 41.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Gilbertsville, NY a good place to live?

Gilbertsville, NY has a population of 337, a median household income of $90,313, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. 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 Gilbertsville?

Gilbertsville averages 31.5°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.4 inches with about 79.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Gilbertsville?

Gilbertsville, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 13776.

What is the population of Gilbertsville?

The population of Gilbertsville, New York is 337 with a median age of 45.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gilbertsville?

Key numbers for living in Gilbertsville: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $142,900, median household income $90,313, crime index 1 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gilbertsville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.