Best Places to Live in Mount Gilead, North Carolina

Mount Gilead is an idyllic small town located in North Carolina. It has a population of just over 1,500 people and the residents enjoy a peaceful and laid-back lifestyle. The town is full of lush green hills and beautiful open countryside. It’s a great place to relax and spend time with family and friends, as well as take advantage of the many recreational activities available in the area. The people in Mount Gilead are very friendly and welcoming, making it easy to fit right in. From hiking on scenic trails to fishing on pristine lakes, there is something for everyone here.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Mount Gilead is 4.3% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Mount Gilead jobs have increased by 0.6%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Mount Gilead's cost of living is 21.0% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Mount Gilead's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

May, September and October are the most pleasant months in Mount Gilead, while July and January are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Montgomery county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 65.5% to 33.7%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Mount Gilead's population is 1,085 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 39.5%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 24.0 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Mount Gilead is Real Estate: $212,200. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 17.6%.

SCHOOLS

Mount Gilead public schools spend $9,185 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 14.9 students per teacher in Mount Gilead. More Education

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Housing Market in Mount Gilead

It's a good time to buy in Mount Gilead. Home Appreciation is up 17.6% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Mount Gilead is $212,200.

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