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Galt, IL

Illinois

Galt is a small town in Illinois with a population of 163. Residents earn $108,173 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
163 Population 562/sq mi density
$108,173 Median Income $130,641 per capita
$187,500 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,173 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,500 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
45.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,173
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.8%
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density562/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,173
Per Capita$130,641
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$2,978M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61
Rent Burden28.9%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking15.5%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation635 ft (194 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute42 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries6

Is Galt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galt receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Galt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galt is $108,173, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Galt among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galt is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Galt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Galt has a population of 163 with a density of 562 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.1%).

Population

163
Total Population
562
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Galt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Galt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galt is $108,173, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Galt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,173
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$130,641
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$64,591

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,185
County GDP$2,978M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare107
Retail167
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Galt is $187,500, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Galt, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death9,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities107
Galt has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall31.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation635 ft (194 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density562/sq mi
Coordinates41.7894°N, 89.7543°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17195
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 45.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.7-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.8%
36% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density562/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants132
Retail Stores167

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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