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Gilmer, TX

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Population
5,287
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
375 ft
Median Home Value
$166,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$986/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$44,316
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Gilmer

Tucked into the lush Piney Woods of East Texas, Gilmer is a welcoming small town of roughly 5,000 people and the county seat of Upshur County. Life here moves at a relaxed, neighborly pace, surrounded by towering pines, quiet backroads, and open countryside. Residents enjoy the peaceful setting while staying within an easy drive of Longview and Tyler for major retail, regional medical care, and entertainment.

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Community activity centers around the historic courthouse square, where you will find local businesses, hometown cafes, and county offices. Gilmer has deep roots and serious local pride, especially around Gilmer ISD schools and the annual East Texas Yamboree, a cherished fall festival that fills the streets with parades, livestock shows, and live music. The weather is typical for East Texas, featuring hot, sunny summers and mild winters.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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