Median Income $59,375

21% lower than US avg

Home Value $88,600

69% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.5%

30% lower than US avg

Median Rent $750

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.9%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.5%

41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population184

Median Age27.0 yrs

Density1,082/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans47.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$59,375

Per Capita$21,976

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty17.5%

County GDP$788M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$88,600

Rent$750

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units33

Rent Burden11.7%

Health

Obesity37.9%

Uninsured8.4%

Smoking16.2%

Depression23.0%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain44.9 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation983 ft (300 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.5%

High School+97.1%

Graduate+18.9%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%

Commute28 min

Broadband49.0%

Libraries4

Is Galesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Galesburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galesburg is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galesburg is $88,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Galesburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Galesburg has a population of 184 with a density of 1,082 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

184

Total Population

1,082

People / sq mi

27.0yrs

Median Age

31% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%

Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Galesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.4%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.6%
	88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Galesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galesburg is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Galesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$59,375
	21% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,976
Avg Weekly Wage	$891
IRS Avg AGI	$55,526

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.5%
	41% above US avg
Establishments (County)	492
County GDP	$788M

Business (County)

Restaurants	35
Healthcare	46
Retail	66
Manufacturing	28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,442
	2% below US avg
Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.1 min
Drive Alone	78.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Galesburg is $88,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$88,600
	69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$750
	36% below US avg
Rent Burden	11.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$702
1 Bedroom	$753
2 Bedrooms	$947
3 Bedrooms	$1,223
4 Bedrooms	$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	81.6%
Housing Units	33
Median Year Built	1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,442
	2% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.88%

In Galesburg, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.9%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.7%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	25.0%
Depression	23.0%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.3%
Uninsured	8.4%
	2% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,578
Dentists	1:3,121
Mental Health	1:907
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	61.4%
Premature Death	10,635/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	70.8%
Healthcare Facilities	46

Galesburg has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.5°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	32°F (0°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.9 inches
	18% above US avg
Snowfall	7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	983 ft (300 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	1,082/sq mi
Coordinates	37.4722°N, 95.3564°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20133

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.1-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%

D 25%

Winner: Republican by 48.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.5%
	30% below US avg
High School+	97.1%
Graduate Degree+	18.9%
School Test Score	5.80

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	1,082/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	49.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	46
Restaurants	35
Retail Stores	66

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.1 min
Drive Alone	78.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Galesburg, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Galesburg a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Galesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Galesburg vs U.S. Average

Income: Galesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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