Gilman, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gilman, Vermont had a total population of 165, the 145th largest community in Vermont, with a median household income of $57,788, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Gilman Quick Facts
How Gilman Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 146 | 165 | +13.0% |
| Median household income | $57,955 | $57,788 | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $97,900 | $98,500 | +0.6% |
How Gilman Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 19 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Gilman Rankings in Vermont
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Other Cities in Essex County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Pond | 852 | $46,214 | 27.6% | $145,800 |
| Canaan | 293 | $60,263 | 7.5% | $121,500 |
| Lunenburg | 201 | $60,500 | 8.6% | $172,400 |
| Concord | 143 | $47,115 | 25.2% | $128,400 |
| Beecher Falls | 67 | $26,042 | 10.4% | $98,100 |
Cities Similar to Gilman
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyndon | 160 | $59,750 | $163,300 | 49.3% | 0.0% |
| East Dorset | 177 | N/A | $397,600 | 50.8% | 7.9% |
| Whitingham | 178 | N/A | $219,600 | 27.5% | 15.2% |
| Cambridge | 173 | $50,568 | $245,500 | 38.5% | 4.0% |
| East Burke | 151 | $67,500 | $319,600 | 45.0% | 2.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 165, Gilman's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Gilman is a small community located in Vermont, within Essex County. The total population is 165. It ranks as the 145th most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gilman is 56.2 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 43.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gilman is $57,788. This is 29% lower than the state median of $81,203. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Gilman. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Gilman, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $98,500. Housing costs are 69% lower than the state median of $316,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Gilman is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Gilman has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%.
Education
22.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 43.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.5%. Notably, 16.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gilman, Vermont is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Vermont state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 179 Census-designated places in Vermont. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gilman, Vermont?
Gilman, Vermont has a population of 165 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gilman, VT?
The median household income in Gilman is $57,788, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gilman, VT?
The ACS sample for Gilman recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Gilman, Vermont?
Gilman's population is 97.6% White, 0.0% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gilman, VT?
The median home value in Gilman is $98,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Gilman, Vermont?
22.9% of adults (25+) in Gilman hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.