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Galt, MO

Missouri

Galt is a small town in Missouri with a population of 168. Residents earn $23,194 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
168 Population 579/sq mi density
$23,194 Median Income $25,074 per capita
$59,000 Home Value
$333 Median Rent 36.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$23,194 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,000 home value, $333/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,194
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $333
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density579/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$23,194
Per Capita$25,074
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty13.8%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,000
Rent$333
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units128
Rent Burden36.0%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking20.4%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation856 ft (261 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute32 min
Broadband89.0%

Is Galt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galt receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Galt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galt is $23,194, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galt is $59,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $333 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

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Galt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Galt has a population of 168 with a density of 579 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

168
Total Population
579
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

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 $23,194, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Galt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,194
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,074

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Galt is $59,000, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $333 (71% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$333
71% below US avg
Rent Burden36.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.6%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

In Galt, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits55.1%

Food & Exercise

Galt has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 262 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation856 ft (261 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density579/sq mi
Coordinates40.1288°N, 93.3871°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density579/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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