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Galien, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Galien is a small town in Michigan with a population of 519. Residents earn $51,458 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
519 Population 1,266/sq mi density
$51,458 Median Income $24,187 per capita
$126,300 Home Value $236,847 Zillow
$993 Median Rent 35.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,458 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,300 home value, $993/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,458
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,300
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $993
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population519
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,266/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,458
Per Capita$24,187
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$9,718M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,300
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,847
Housing Units225
Rent Burden35.7%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking18.9%
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation688 ft (210 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Broadband75.8%
Libraries14

Is Galien a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galien receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Galien offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galien is $51,458, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galien is $126,300, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Galien experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 64.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Galien has a population of 519 with a density of 1,266 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%).

Population

519
Total Population
1,266
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Galien vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Galien vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galien is $51,458, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Galien vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,458
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,187
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$80,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,096
County GDP$9,718M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare432
Retail544
Manufacturing268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Galien is $126,300, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,847.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,300
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,847

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$218
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$993
15% below US avg
Rent Burden35.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Housing Units225
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
In Galien, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 29.6% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death9,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities432
Galien has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall64.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation688 ft (210 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,266/sq mi
Coordinates41.8015°N, 86.4996°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 75.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,266/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.8%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities432
Restaurants391
Retail Stores544

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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