Galesburg Micro
Galesburg has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $35,407. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value has risen by half since 1990, reaching $63,400.
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How many people live in Galesburg, IL?
Galesburg, IL has about 55,836 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Galesburg, IL?
The typical household in Galesburg, IL earns about $35,407 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Galesburg, IL expensive?
In Galesburg, IL, the median home is worth about $63,400, and the typical rent is about $411 a month.
How educated are people in Galesburg, IL?
About 14.6% of adults age 25 and over in Galesburg, IL hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Galesburg, IL?
About 11.1% of people in Galesburg, IL live below the federal poverty line.
Has Galesburg, IL grown since 1990?
Yes, Galesburg, IL has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 557 residents, a change of about -1 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024