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Galesville, WI

Wisconsin · Trempealeau County

Galesville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,740. Residents earn $69,007 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,740 Population 1,338/sq mi density
$69,007 Median Income $34,201 per capita
$219,100 Home Value $305,212 Zillow
$959 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,007 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$219,100 home value, $959/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $69,007
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $219,100
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,740
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density1,338/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,007
Per Capita$34,201
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,889M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,100
Rent$959
Ownership51.7%
Zillow$305,212
Housing Units703
Rent Burden26.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property573/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary127/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.1%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation747 ft (228 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score5.52

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.1%
EV Stations3
Libraries9

Is Galesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galesville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Galesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galesville is $69,007, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galesville is $219,100, 22% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Galesville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 573 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.

Education

27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Galesville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Galesville has a population of 1,740 with a density of 1,338 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (96.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 8.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,740
Total Population
1,338
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Galesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Galesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galesville is $69,007, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,201 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $984, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 835 business establishments, including 80 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 11.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Galesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,007
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,201
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$64,832
Gini Index0.398 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)835
County GDP$1,889M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare49
Retail96
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Galesville is $219,100, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,212, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 51.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 703 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $5,357 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,100
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,212

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% below US avg
Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Homeownership51.7%
Owner-Occupied51.7%
Renter-Occupied48.3%
Housing Units703
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%
In Galesville, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.2% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 22.8% report binge drinking. 23.8% are physically inactive. 24.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.8% experience frequent mental distress. 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,840. The dentist ratio is 1:3,433. 79.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,840
Dentists1:3,433
Mental Health1:1,717
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death6,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Galesville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 573 per 100,000, 71% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 446, burglary at 127, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Galesville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Galesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property572.9/100K
71% below US avg
Burglary127.3/100K
Theft445.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity3.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Galesville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. The area receives 41.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 747 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation747 ft (228 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density1,338/sq mi
Coordinates44.0843°N, 91.3575°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyTrempealeau County County
Nearest AirportLa Crosse Regional (LSE)
15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below US avg
Snowfall 41.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score58.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability40.7 / 100
Community Resilience70.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane No Rating
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

322 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 256 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Sep 16, 1962 EF4 88 km 0
Jun 4, 1958 EF4 95 km 3
Jun 4, 1958 EF4 77 km 4
Apr 19, 1957 EF4 97 km 1
Sep 24, 2019 EF3 91 km 0
May 15, 1998 EF3 66 km 0
Aug 27, 1994 EF3 63 km 2
Jul 3, 1983 EF3 90 km 0
Jul 15, 1980 EF3 84 km 1
Jun 5, 1980 EF3 47 km 0
Sep 28, 1971 EF3 97 km 0
May 5, 1965 EF3 84 km 0
May 26, 1959 EF3 11 km 0
Jun 4, 1958 EF3 97 km 0
Apr 19, 1957 EF3 84 km 0
Sep 12, 1951 EF3 84 km 0
Jun 15, 2022 EF2 71 km 0
Dec 15, 2021 EF2 68 km 0
Dec 15, 2021 EF2 84 km 0
Dec 15, 2021 EF2 64 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BIG BURN (3,154 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 BIG BURN 3,154 94 km
1994 BIG BURN 2,248 95 km
1997 BIG BURN 1,642 94 km
2004 POOL ONE NORTH 1,576 96 km
1998 UNNAMED 1,297 96 km
2007 BEAVER CUTOFF 982 51 km
2007 UNNAMED 981 93 km
2003 UNNAMED 901 92 km
1998 PR 17 896 96 km
2007 UNNAMED 875 97 km
2009 UNNAMED 867 93 km
2007 PR 16 778 94 km
2006 PR 17 RX FIRE 701 96 km
2005 UNNAMED 657 94 km
2003 PR 17 632 95 km
2009 UNNAMED 589 93 km
2004 UNNAMED 580 93 km
2003 UNNAMED 580 93 km
2003 OS 23 571 94 km
2008 UNNAMED 569 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.4 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.8 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.3 in

Galesville has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 14°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.8").

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Galesville is located in Trempealeau County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 27.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.1% of the vote, a 21.4-point margin. 88.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 49 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity3.3 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.7%
18% below US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score5.52
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,338/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyTrempealeau County County

Services

Broadband Access88.1%
Avg Download Speed23.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants80
Retail Stores96

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%
Average costs for common services in Galesville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit $329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit $188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit $2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning $122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling $235 ($141–$376)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement $188 ($94–$329)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install $6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair $941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement $8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested) $14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense $4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation $471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation $2,353 ($941–$4,705)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$235)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$122)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly) $376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter $188 ($94–$376)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$788
Toddler$736
Preschool$736
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$650
Toddler$617
Preschool$617
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Trempealeau County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 4,321 53 $61,302 4.21
Retail Trade 938 91 $30,632 0.75
Accommodation & Food Services 716 72 $16,749 0.63
Administrative & Waste Services 558 26 $43,900 0.76
Transportation & Warehousing 453 40 $61,114 0.86
Construction 334 82 $54,864 0.51
Finance & Insurance 238 50 $61,168 0.47
Other Services 230 50 $50,656 0.61
Arts & Entertainment 87 10 $19,829 0.41
Information & Technology 64 7 $66,522 0.27
Real Estate 56 16 $55,129 0.29

Schools in Galesville

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Galesville-Ettrick-Trempealeau High High 403 30 13.4:1
Galesville-Ettrick-Trempealeau Middle Middle 279 21 13.3:1
Galesville Elementary Elementary 257 20 12.9:1
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Radio Stations near Galesville

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Galesville

18 national parks and monuments found near Galesville.

ParkTypeFee
Beaver Creek Valley State Park State Park Free
Buffalo River State Trail State Park Free
Carley State Park State Park Free
Chippewa River State Trail State Park Free
Elroy-Sparta State Trail State Park Free
Forestville Mystery Cave State Park State Park Free
Frontenac State Park State Park Free
Great River Bluffs State Park State Park Free
Great River State Trail State Park Free
Hoffman Hills Recreation Area State Park Free
John A. Latsch State Park State Park Free
La Crosse River State Trail State Park Free
Lake Wissota State Park State Park Free
Merrick State Park State Park Free
Old Abe State Trail State Park Free
Perrot State Park State Park Free
Red Cedar State Trail State Park Free
Wildcat Mountain State Park State Park Free

Museums in Galesville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
OLD MAIN HISTORICAL AND COMMUNITY ART CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION20869 COLLEGE AVE6085824412$2,308,278
GARDEN OF EDEN PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6085824412$38,745
ARCADIA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6083237143$21,842
PICKWICK MILLHISTORIC PRESERVATION5074545031$18,607
FOUNTAIN CITY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HOLMEN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ONALASKA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6087818342
RENAISSANCE CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM
TREMPEALEAU COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TREMTEALEAU COMMUNITY HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONW19092 STATE RD 546085822908

Libraries in Galesville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LA CROSSE COUNTY LIBRARY103 STATE ST.0.0295,474
SHIRLEY M. WRIGHT MEMORIAL LIBRARY11455 FREMONT ST.0.021,112
GALESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY16787 S. MAIN ST.0.017,192
ARCADIA FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY406 E. MAIN ST.0.016,007
BLAIR-PRESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY122 S. URBERG AVE.0.08,512
ETTRICK PUBLIC LIBRARY15570 SCHOOL ST0.06,708
TAYLOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY420 2ND ST.0.06,528

Farmers Markets in Galesville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bridgeview La Crosse Farmers Wednesday Market2500 Rose St NEXT TO BRIDGEVIEW PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER
Festival Foods Farmers Market - MarshfieldParking lotVisit
Festival Foods Onalaska Farmers MarketCrossing Meadows Drive
Galesville SquareOn The Square
Holmen Farmers MarketHolmen Square (Skogen's IGA parking lot)
Taylor Town Square Farmers MarketTown Square

Breweries in Galesville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Pearl St BreweryBrewers, Wineries1401 Saint Andrew St6087844832Visit
Sportsman's LoungeBars, Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, food and drink, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, drinking, Breweries 101 W Main St6083232433Visit

Nursing Homes in Galesville

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
MARINUKA MANOR
19475 SILVER CREEK RD
 Government - City 59 40 4/5 — 5/5 3/5 6085822211

Pharmacies in Galesville

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
GALESVILLE PHARMACY 16812 SOUTH MAIN STREET 608-582-2446

Cell Towers in Galesville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Intersection County Hwy 11 and County Hwy 12TOWER94
CR-15, 1.5 mi NW of Witoka (Witoka # 87860)TOWER93
ARCADIA SITE: N26765 COUNTY ROAD JTOWER82
RR 1 Box 72 (BTF 57 McNally - 091810)TOWER78
LACROSSE NE SITE: W4226 COUNTY HIGHWAY TTOWER66

Fire Stations in Galesville

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Galesville Area Fire Department20295 W Mill RDVolunteer608-582-2326

Bridges in Galesville

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19974168,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20112268,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19825807,900F
CulvertConcrete continuous1951227,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19691987,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19961806,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete continuous20142316,800G
SlabConcrete1998324,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200057648F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19304094P
SlabConcrete continuous19907056F
SlabConcrete continuous19866746F
SlabConcrete20013737F
SlabWood or Timber19802610F

Airports Near Galesville

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Crosse Regional AirportLSEMedium Airport
Black River Falls Area Airport—Small Airport
Blair Airport—Small Airport
Brion Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Buck Knob Airport—Small Airport
Carlson Airport—Small Airport
Deters Farms Airport—Small Airport
Dog Run Airport—Small Airport
Durand Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Haeuser Airport—Small Airport
Hayes Road Airport—Small Airport
Heyoka Field—Small Airport
High Grove Airport—Small Airport
Holland Air Park—Small Airport
Houston County Airport—Small Airport
Independence Airport—Small Airport
Leeward Farm Airport—Small Airport
Lewis Airport—Small Airport
Log Cabin Airport—Small Airport
Parkway Farm Strip—Small Airport
Rushford Municipal Airport - Robert W Bunke Field—Small Airport
Rutherford Airport—Small Airport
S & S Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Schubert Airstrip—Small Airport
Sparta Fort McCoy AirportCMYSmall Airport
Stocktrade Airport—Small Airport
The Farm Airport—Small Airport
Turkey Bluff Airport—Small Airport
Van Norman's Airport—Small Airport
Viroqua Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Winona Municipal Airport Max Conrad FieldONASmall Airport
Young Tactical Landing Site Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Galesville

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Arcadia Police Department
Campbell Police Department
Onalaska Police Department
Police Department

Grocery Stores in Galesville

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Brothers Market LLC 21Supermarket17512 N Main St
COMMON MARKETGrocery Store19853 E Gale Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 14069Other19919 Winnebago Rd
Randy's Neighborhood Market - GalesvilleSupermarket17512 N Main St

Post Offices in Galesville

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office in Galesville, WI

Treatment Centers in Galesville

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
AMS of Wisconsin LLCSubstance Abuse608-783-0506 x106
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Ctr Inc - Behavioral Health DepartmentBoth608-775-8974
Mayo Clinic Health System - Holmen ClinicMental Health608-392-9555
Mayo Clinic Health System - OnalaskaBoth608-392-9555

Churches & Religious Organizations in Galesville

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BETHEL EV LUTHERAN CHURCHN16303 CHURCH LN
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH20335 W GALE AVE

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Galesville

What is the population of Galesville?

Galesville has a population of 1,740 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 1,338 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Galesville expensive to live in?

Galesville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $69,007, 8% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,100 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Galesville safe?

Galesville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 573 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Galesville receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Galesville?

Galesville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Galesville?

The job market in Galesville is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $984. There are 835 business establishments in the area, including 80 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 11.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Galesville?

The median home value in Galesville is $219,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,212. For renters, the median monthly rent is $959. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 51.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,357.

How are the schools in Galesville?

Schools in Galesville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.7% of adults in Galesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Galesville?

The obesity rate in Galesville is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 23.8% are physically inactive. 24.5% of residents report depression. 7.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 79.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,840.

What is transportation like in Galesville?

The average commute in Galesville is 25 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Galesville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Galesville is 96.8% White. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 8.2% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

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