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Galva, KS


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Galva, Kansas

Galva, Kansas, in McPherson county, is 48 miles N of Wichita, Kansas. The city has a population of 701.

The People and Families of Galva

In Galva, about 72% of adults are married. There's no shortage of married couples in Galva.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Galva had a median family income of $47,212.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Galva residents, with $1,000. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Galva Housing

In Galva, 77% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. The city has higher property taxes than most places in Kansas, which provides more money for local schools and services.

Commuting

In Galva, 94% of commuters drive to work. Most residents would agree that driving around Galva is a bit easier than around other cities of its size.

High Points

Galva strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Kansas):

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Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Galva Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Galva, KS

Comparing Galva to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kansas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old88
Male Share of the Population88
Well-Paid Single Men64
Racial Diversity44
Senior Citizens33
Female Share of the Population33
Age of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size78

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty88
Median Family Income88
People in Middle Class or Better78
College Educated Adults31

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times107
Walking and Biking to Work88
Public Transportation Use67
Working at Home43

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents76
Seasonal and Vacation Housing67
Housing Recently Built68
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals54
Affordability of Property Taxes42
People Living Alone21
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