Gilmer, Gilmer TX — neighborhood review

Gilmer, TX

Gilmer · TX 75644

Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$190K

Median Price

Walk Score

7/10

Schools

139 min

to Downtown Dallas

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
ASafety
92/100
B-Schools
70/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score56/100

Our Take

Gilmer offers a low‑cost, family‑friendly environment with solid schools and very low flood risk. It’s a quiet small‑town setting, but the commute to Dallas is long and local amenities and public transit are limited.

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The Good

  • Affordable housing (current median around $190k)
  • Good public schools with an average rating of 7
  • Very low flood risk (Flood Zone X)
  • Strong sense of community and low population density

Real Talk

  • !Commute to Dallas is about 139 minutes, which may not suit everyone
  • !Walk score is 0; almost all errands require a car
  • !Limited dining, nightlife, and transit options
  • !Local job market is modest; many residents work outside town
  • $Higher utility and property‑tax costs for a Texas rural setting
  • $Potential car‑maintenance and fuel expenses due to low walkability
  • $Possible need for home upgrades to meet modern standards

Best For

Families looking for affordable homesRetirees seeking a quiet environmentRemote workers wanting low cost of livingCommuters to Dallas who can handle the long drive

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

Gilmer, TX

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Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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