Median Income
$86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value
$96,300
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.0%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.2%
18% lower than US avg
How Galena Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population565
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 23%
Economy
A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$49,739
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty10.2%
Commute12 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$96,300
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease7.6%
Climate
Avg Temp26°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Elevation149 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+90.9%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute12 min
Is Galena a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Galena receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Galena stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Galena is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Galena is $96,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Galena has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches, including 77.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Galena has a population of 565 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (74%), with 23% White.
Population
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.4% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.6% |
| 51% below US avg |
The median household income in Galena is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $86,250 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $49,739 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 11.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Galena is $96,300, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $96,300 |
| 66% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,250 |
| 7% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Galena, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Galena vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.2% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 18.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.3% |
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Galena vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Galena has an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Temperature
-10°F Jan (-23°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 26.0°F |
| 52% below US avg |
| January Average | -10°F (-23°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.9 inches |
| 63% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 77.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 149 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 17.8 sq mi (46.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.7414°N, 156.8734°W |