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East Galesburg, IL

Illinois

East Galesburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 676. Residents earn $65,750 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
676 Population 493/sq mi density
$65,750 Median Income $41,719 per capita
$106,000 Home Value
$791 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$65,750 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,000 home value, $791/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,750
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,000
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $791
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

How East Galesburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population676
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,750
Per Capita$41,719
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$2,449M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,000
Rent$791
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units320
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.4%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+9.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute22 min
Broadband81.7%
Libraries9

Is East Galesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Galesburg receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. East Galesburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Galesburg is $65,750, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Galesburg is $106,000, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

East Galesburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

East Galesburg has a population of 676 with a density of 493 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

676
Total Population
493
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

East Galesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Galesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Galesburg is $65,750, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: East Galesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,750
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,719
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$62,190

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)980
County GDP$2,449M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare124
Retail154
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,480
85% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in East Galesburg is $106,000, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $791 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,000
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$112
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio94.5%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$791
32% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units320
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,480
85% above US avg
Effective Rate6.11%
In East Galesburg, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Galesburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,053
Dentists1:2,861
Mental Health1:515
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death9,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities124
East Galesburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall25.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density493/sq mi
Coordinates40.9428°N, 90.3110°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.4%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+9.7%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density493/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants130
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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