Median Income $89,167

19% higher than US avg

Home Value $154,500

45% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.1%

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.5%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.8%

86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57

Median Age58.4 yrs

Density335/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans57.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$89,167

Per Capita$78,616

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty1.8%

County GDP$634M

Commute34 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$154,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units51

Health

Obesity36.5%

Uninsured5.5%

Smoking11.0%

Depression18.6%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain23.9 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.1%

High School+98.2%

Graduate+3.7%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%

Commute34 min

Broadband36.0%

Libraries1

Is Galesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galesburg receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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 Galesburg is $89,167, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galesburg is $154,500, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Galesburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Galesburg has a population of 57 with a density of 335 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

335

People / sq mi

58.4yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%

Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Galesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Galesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galesburg is $89,167, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Galesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$89,167
	19% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$78,616
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,130
IRS Avg AGI	$90,113

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.8%
	86% below US avg
Establishments (County)	412
County GDP	$634M

Business (County)

Restaurants	27
Healthcare	18
Retail	37
Manufacturing	9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,990
	43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Galesburg is $154,500, 45% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$154,500
	45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$769
1 Bedroom	$795
2 Bedrooms	$965
3 Bedrooms	$1,297
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	51
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,990
	43% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.23%

In Galesburg, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 18.6% report depression. 17.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.5%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	7.5%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	28.2%
Asthma	8.8%
COPD	4.2%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.0%
	21% below US avg
Binge Drinking	26.4%
Physical Inactivity	17.0%
Depression	18.6%
Mental Distress	12.8%
Physical Distress	9.4%
Short Sleep	30.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.8%
Uninsured	5.5%
	36% below US avg
Checkup Rate	71.3%
Dental Visits	71.8%
Premature Death	6,992/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.9/10
Exercise Access	57.0%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Galesburg has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	39.4°F
	27% below US avg
January Average	6°F (-14°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	23.9 inches
	37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,079 ft (329 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	335/sq mi
Coordinates	47.2701°N, 97.4088°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38097

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%

D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.1%
	37% below US avg
High School+	98.2%
Graduate Degree+	3.7%
School Test Score	5.74

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	335/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	36.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	27
Retail Stores	37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Galesburg, ND

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

Nearby Cities