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Gilbert is a city in Story County, Iowa, with a population of approximately 1,211.

Population1,381
Median Home Value$274,600
Median Income$112,250
Area1.1 sq mi

How Gilbert Ranks

#1
Lowest Property Taxesin Story County
2.11%
#1
Best Fiscal Healthin Story County
99 / 100

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NewsAPR 15, 2026

Gilbert CSD plans to cut 7 positions in $800k budget reduction

Gilbert CSD plans to cut 7 positions in $800k budget reduction MSN

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NewsMAR 09, 2026

Top-seed Ballard blasts Gilbert in State Boys Basketball Tournament

Top-seed Ballard blasts Gilbert in State Boys Basketball Tournament KCRG

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NewsJAN 20, 2026

Gilbert cancer survivor inspires community to donate blood

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