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Galway, NY

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Galway is a small town in New York with a population of 187. Residents earn $73,438 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
187 Population 719/sq mi density
$73,438 Median Income $30,462 per capita
$215,400 Home Value
$1,260 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$215,400 home value, $1,260/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
48.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,438
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $215,400
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.1%
43% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,260
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density719/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,438
Per Capita$30,462
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,400
Rent$1,260
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking11.2%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation837 ft (255 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.1%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Broadband79.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Galway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galway receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Galway stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galway is $73,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galway is $215,400, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,260 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Galway has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Galway has a population of 187 with a density of 719 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

187
Total Population
719
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Galway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Galway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galway is $73,438, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Galway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,438
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,462
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$62,967

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,190
County GDP$2,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare172
Retail196
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Galway is $215,400, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,260 (8% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,400
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,260
8% above US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.4%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In Galway, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,124
Dentists1:4,051
Mental Health1:379
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death9,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.6%
Healthcare Facilities172
Galway has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density719/sq mi
Coordinates43.0185°N, 74.0318°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 48.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.1%
43% above US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density719/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants118
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

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