Galt, IA

Iowa

Galt is a small town in Iowa with a population of 42.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
42 Population 75/sq mi density
$41,700 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $41,700
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population42
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans34.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,707
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,247M
Commute14 min

Housing

Home Value$41,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units23

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+87.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute14 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries5

Is Galt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galt receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Galt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galt is $41,700, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Galt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Galt has a population of 42 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

42
Total Population
75
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Galt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.2%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.8%
137% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Galt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galt is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Galt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,707
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$67,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$1,247M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Drive Alone95.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Galt is $41,700, 85% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$41,700
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%
Housing Units23
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Rate9.40%
Galt has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates42.6935°N, 93.6046°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19197
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.0%
14% below US avg
High School+87.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants28
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Drive Alone95.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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