Galena, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Jo Daviess County County
Galena, IL
At a Glance
How Galena Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Galena's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Galena a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Galena residents earn a median household income of $55,765 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,030. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 742 business establishments, including 92 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Galena is $199,700 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $308,962. Median rent is $773/month, with 28.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1943.
Education
40.2% of adults in Galena hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above the national average). 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Galena has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.