Gilbertown
A community guide to Gilbertown in Alabama, the United States.
- Population
- 205 residents
- Region
- Alabama
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 31.8771, -88.3214
Climate
The climate at Gilbertown is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 31.88 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Gilbertown experience. Visitors planning a trip to Gilbertown should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Overview
Gilbertown is a populated place in Alabama, the United States. The community supports 205 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Alabama. Its position within the broader regional network gives Gilbertown a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Gilbertown sits at approximate coordinates 31.8771 latitude and -88.3214 longitude within Alabama. The terrain and natural features around Gilbertown reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Alabama road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Community and amenities
Gilbertown offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Alabama: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Gilbertown's residents. Visitors passing through Gilbertown encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.