Gilbert town, South Carolina Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Gilbert town, South Carolina Demographics
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As of 2026, Gilbert town, South Carolina has a total population of 563, the 327th largest city in South Carolina, with a median household income of $76,364, which is 14% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.3%.

Gilbert town Quick Facts

Population 563

Median Household Income $76,364

Median Home Value $239,100

Poverty Rate 5.3%

Unemployment Rate 4.5%

Median Age 40.3 years

Homeownership Rate 82.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.1%

High School Graduation Rate 91.6%

Diversity Index 32/100

Population 563 327th of 475

Median Income $76,364 top 20%

Poverty Rate 5.3% 57% lower national

Median Home Value $239,100 top 30%

How Gilbert town Compares

Median Household Income

Gilbert town

$76,364

$66,818

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Gilbert town

$239,100

$236,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.6%

$25K-$50K 18.2%

$50K-$100K 33.5%

$100K+ 37.7%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.0% | National: 5.2%

71.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.2%

Renter 17.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.9%

18-34

19.0%

35-54

25.4%

55-74

26.5%

75+

4.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 54 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Gilbert town Rankings in South Carolina

#327 Population of 475

#83 Median Income of 475

#141 Education of 475

#90 Home Value of 475

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Cities Similar to Gilbert town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Helena CDP	571	N/A	$132,100	30.5%	20.5%
Bucksport CDP	583	N/A	$180,200	19.1%	13.2%
Summit town	596	$76,250	$200,400	13.6%	6.7%
Eutawville town	530	N/A	$72,900	2.9%	37.9%
Dale CDP	622	N/A	N/A	11.0%	40.2%

Population Overview

Gilbert town is a small community located in South Carolina. The total population is 563. It ranks as the 327th most populous out of 475 cities and towns in South Carolina.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gilbert town is 40.3 years. This is about average than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gilbert town is $76,364. This is 14% higher than the state median of $66,818. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 62% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $239,100. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $236,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 71.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Gilbert town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.7%. The Black or African American population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 25.1%.

Education

26.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Gilbert town, South Carolina is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against South Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 475 Census-designated places in South Carolina. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Gilbert town, South Carolina?

Gilbert town, South Carolina has a population of 563 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Gilbert town, SC?

The median household income in Gilbert town is $76,364, which is 3% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Gilbert town, SC?

The poverty rate in Gilbert town is 5.3%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Gilbert town, South Carolina?

Gilbert town's population is 81.9% White, 4.6% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Gilbert town, SC?

The median home value in Gilbert town is $239,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Gilbert town, South Carolina?

26.1% of adults (25+) in Gilbert town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.