Galena, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,752 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,968 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$70,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$414 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$511 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cherokee County
4
Joplin Metro Area
4
Kansas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cherokee County
4
Joplin Metro Area
6
Kansas
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 34
Feb 2 2 39
Mar 3 2 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 6 0 66
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 79
Sep 5 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 3 3 36

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KS State Senate District 13, KS State House District 1, KS
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Schools

Galena High
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Galena Middle School
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Liberty Elem
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Ozark Christian College
7 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Freeman Health System-Freeman West
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Mercy Hospital Joplin
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
9 miles, E • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
58 miles, S • 1.9 star
Tulsa International Airport
92 miles, W • 2.3 star
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