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Galeton, PA

Pennsylvania

Galeton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 822. Residents earn $67,521 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
822 Population 647/sq mi density
$67,521 Median Income $35,417 per capita
$107,800 Home Value $135,205 Zillow
$926 Median Rent 31.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
174 Violent Crime/100K 1,215 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,521 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,800 home value, $926/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
174 violent crimes/100K (54% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,521
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,800
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 174/100K
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $926
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population822
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density647/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,521
Per Capita$35,417
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,800
Rent$926
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,205
Housing Units612
Rent Burden31.4%

Crime

F
Violent174/100K
Property1,215/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault174/100K
Burglary174/100K

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,313 ft (400 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+8.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute37 min
Broadband88.9%
Libraries5

Is Galeton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galeton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 long commute times. Galeton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galeton is $67,521, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galeton is $107,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $926 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Galeton is below the national average at 174 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,215 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Galeton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 78.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Galeton has a population of 822 with a density of 647 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

822
Total Population
647
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Galeton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Galeton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galeton is $67,521, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Galeton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,521
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,417
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$59,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)466
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare41
Retail67
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,180
48% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.2 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Galeton is $107,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $926 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,205.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,800
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,205

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$926
20% below US avg
Rent Burden31.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%
Housing Units612
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,180
48% above US avg
Effective Rate4.81%
Galeton has a violent crime rate of 174 per 100,000 residents, 54% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,215 per 100,000 (38% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent173.6/100K
54% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault173.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,215.3/100K
38% below US avg
Burglary173.6/100K
Theft1,041.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Galeton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall78.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,313 ft (400 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density647/sq mi
Coordinates41.7343°N, 77.6435°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.3-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.7%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density647/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants41
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.2 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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