Median Income
$55,446
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$77,800
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$777
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.7%
6% lower than US avg
How Galva Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,543
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density911/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,446
Per Capita$31,213
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$2,048M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$77,800
Rent$777
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,676
Health
Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation832 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute27 min
Libraries9
Is Galva a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Galva receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Galva offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Galva is $55,446, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Galva is $77,800, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $777 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Galva experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Galva has a population of 2,543 with a density of 911 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 1.1% Black.
Population
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
The median household income in Galva is $55,446, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,446 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,213 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,616 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,020 |
| County GDP | $2,048M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 90 |
| Retail | 148 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,739 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
The median home value in Galva is $77,800, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $777 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,676.
Home Values
| Census Median | $77,800 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $108,676 |
| Median List Price | $47,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $47,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $62 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $777 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,739 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.38% |
In Galva, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Galva vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,545/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 90 |
Crime Rates: Galva vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Galva has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.7 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 832 ft (254 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 911/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1689°N, 90.0374°W |
| County FIPS | 17073 |