What are the schools like in Gilmanton, WI?

Gilmanton is served primarily by Gilmanton School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.8:1.

What is the median household income in Gilmanton?

The median household income in Gilmanton, WI is $49,583 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.5%.

What is the weather like in Gilmanton, WI?

Gilmanton has an average high temperature of 27.0°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 53.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Gilmanton, WI affordable or expensive?

Gilmanton's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gilmanton is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $175,000 and the median rent is $900 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Gilmanton, WI?

Gilmanton has a violent crime rate of 92.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 330.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Gilmanton, WI a Good Place to Live?

Gilmanton is a small town of 142 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $49,583 and a 8.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Gilmanton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

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

All Gilmanton 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: 93.1

Gilmanton's overall cost of living index is 93.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gilmanton costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gilmanton, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$175,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$900	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,583	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Gilmanton's violent crime rate is 92.1 per 100,000 residents — 76% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

92.1 /100k

Property Crime

330.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Gilmanton is served primarily by Gilmanton School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Gilmanton, WI	National Avg
School District	Gilmanton School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	5.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gilmanton sees average highs of 27.0°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 35.9 inches of annual precipitation and 53.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gilmanton, WI
Average High — January	27.0°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	35.9"
Annual Snowfall	53.2"

Demographics

Metric	Gilmanton, WI	National Avg
Population	142	—
Median Age	38.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.9%	22.2%
65 and over	15.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Mondovi, WI 6 mi Eleva, WI 12 mi Waumandee, WI 12 mi Strum, WI 15 mi Alma, WI 16 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilmanton, WI affordable or expensive?

Gilmanton's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gilmanton roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $175,000 and median rent is $900/month.

What is the crime rate in Gilmanton, WI?

Gilmanton's violent crime rate is 92.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 330.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Gilmanton?

Public schools in Gilmanton are operated by Gilmanton School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.8:1. 5.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Gilmanton, WI a good place to live?

Gilmanton, WI has a population of 142, a median household income of $49,583, and an unemployment rate of 8.5%. 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 Gilmanton?

Gilmanton averages 27.0°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 35.9 inches with about 53.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Gilmanton?

The population of Gilmanton, Wisconsin is 142 with a median age of 38.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gilmanton?

Key numbers for living in Gilmanton: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $175,000, median household income $49,583, crime index 21 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gilmanton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.