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Galax, Virginia

Galax, Virginia is 54 miles NW of Winston-Salem, North Carolina (center to center) and 99 miles N of Charlotte, North Carolina. The city has a population of 6,837.

The People and Families of Galax

In Galax, about 52% of adults are married. Lots of people in Galax live independently, in one-person housing.

Approximately 14% of Galax is non-white. You'll see a variety of faces on the diverse streets of Galax.

People 65 and older make up an important part of the community in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Galax had a median family income of $36,832.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Galax residents, with $7,510. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Galax Housing

In Galax, 66% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. And yes, you can rent a place in the city without breaking the bank. Residential property taxes remain low i Galax.

Commuting

In Galax, 96% of commuters drive to work. Most residents would agree that driving around the city is a bit easier than around other cities of its size.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 3%trophyGalax Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyGalax Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Galax Affordability of Property Taxes
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 17%Galax Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Galax, VA

Comparing Galax to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Virginia (State):

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens97
Racial Diversity99
Age of the Population86
Female Share of the Population74
Children Under 5 Years Old57
Male Share of the Population48
Well-Paid Single Men35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married36
Average Household Size25

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better35
Median Family Income23
People Above Poverty23
College Educated Adults23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Public Transportation Use35
Working at Home23
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents109
Affordability of Property Taxes109
People Living Alone97
Seasonal and Vacation Housing87
Housing Recently Built67
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals66

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