Gilbert
Town in Mingo County, West Virginia
Gilbert is a town in Mingo County, West Virginia, with 333 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 840 ft (256 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Justice, 2.0 miles SE.
- 333residents (2020 Census)
- 840 ftelevation · 256 m
- 1.0 sq miland area · 2.6 km²
- 335 / sq mipopulation density
- 24851ZIP code
About Gilbert
Gilbert is a town in Mingo County, West Virginia, United States, along the Guyandotte River. The population was 333 at the 2020 census. Gilbert was incorporated in 1918 and named for Gilbert Creek, which derives its name from the name of an early traveler in the area who was killed by Native Americans. Gilbert is known nationwide for the Hatfield-McCoy ATV Trails that are located in the area. There are a number of lodges and restaurants in Gilbert.
On July 1, 2023, after a months-long design contest, the town announced its new flag, "The Star of Bright Promise."
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Living in Gilbert
- Median household income
- $55,000
- Median home value
- $89,200
- Median rent
- $725/mo
- Median age
- 46
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Gilbert had 333 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 333 |
|---|---|
| Density | 335 per sq mi (129 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Gilbert at a glance
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
|---|---|
| County | Mingo County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 333 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.99 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Water area | 0.05 sq mi (0.12 km²) |
| Elevation | 840 ft (256 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.6149° N, 81.8704° W |
| ZIP code | 24851 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5430772 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Gilbert
- Justice2.0 mi SE
- Gilbert Creek3.3 mi S
- Bruno5.3 mi N
- Greenville7.4 mi N
- Mallory8.3 mi N
- Man8.6 mi N
- Sarah Ann9.1 mi NW
- Kistler10.4 mi N
- Iaeger10.6 mi S
- Accoville10.7 mi N
- Earling10.8 mi N
- Amherstdale11.8 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Gilbert
What county is Gilbert in?
Gilbert is in Mingo County, West Virginia.
What is the population of Gilbert, WV?
333 people lived in Gilbert at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Gilbert, WV?
The ZIP code of Gilbert is 24851.
What is the elevation of Gilbert?
840 feet (256 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Gilbert?
Justice (2.0 mi), Gilbert Creek (3.3 mi), Bruno (5.3 mi), Greenville (7.4 mi), Mallory (8.3 mi).
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