Galloway, WV

West Virginia

Galloway is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 135. Residents earn $60,486 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
135 Population 214/sq mi density
$60,486 Median Income $19,893 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$60,486 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,486
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 72.0%
481% higher than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,486
Per Capita$19,893
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty72.0%
County GDP$854M
Commute53 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.6%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation1,234 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute53 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries1

Is Galloway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galloway receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Galloway stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galloway is $60,486, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 72.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Galloway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Galloway has a population of 135 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

135
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Galloway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Galloway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galloway is $60,486, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 72.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes.

Income: Galloway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,486
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,893
Avg Weekly Wage$1,123
IRS Avg AGI$65,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate72.0%
481% above US avg
Establishments (County)339
County GDP$854M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare33
Retail34
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,095
40% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.6 min
Drive Alone63.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied37.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,095
40% below US avg
In Galloway, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.6% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma12.5%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity34.0%
Depression33.6%
Mental Distress24.6%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death10,943/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access50.0%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Galloway has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates39.2339°N, 80.1277°W
County FIPS54091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants19
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.6 min
Drive Alone63.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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