Kansas
Galva is a small town in Kansas with a population of 997. Residents earn $87,750 per year, which is 17% above the national average.
Based on current data, Galva receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Galva stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Galva is $87,750, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Galva is $197,200, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Galva enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 14.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $87,750 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,336 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,135 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,497 |
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 974 |
| County GDP | $2,636M |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 93 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,206 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.13% |
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
| Census Median | $197,200 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $268,345 |
| Census Median Rent | $875 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.5% |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,206 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.13% |
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,868/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.6 inches |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 14.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,545 ft (471 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,994/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3836°N, 97.5381°W |
| County FIPS | 20113 |
Winner: Republican by 41.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.3% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,994/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Retail Stores | 109 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |