Galien, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Galien, Michigan had a total population of 470, the 558th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $45,221, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.5%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Galien Quick Facts
How Galien Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 473 | 470 | No clear change (-0.6%) |
| Median household income | $66,151 | $45,221 | -31.6% |
| Median home value¹ | $112,364 | $138,100 | +22.9% |
| Median gross rent | $975 | $981 | No clear change (+0.6%) |
How Galien Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 85.3%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 1.5%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 7.2%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 14.7%
- HS Diploma: 37.7%
- Some College: 30.7%
- Associate's: 7.4%
- Bachelor's: 8.9%
- Graduate+: 0.6%
Galien Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Berrien County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niles | 11,803 | $51,376 | 17.8% | $135,100 |
| Benton Harbor | 8,953 | $31,117 | 40.1% | $76,500 |
| St. Joseph | 7,986 | $84,057 | 7.3% | $299,000 |
| Fair Plain | 7,330 | $52,817 | 26.6% | $169,400 |
| Buchanan | 4,223 | $56,163 | 7.1% | $154,300 |
| Paw Paw Lake | 3,889 | $67,674 | 17.8% | $191,700 |
| Benton Heights | 3,078 | $33,542 | 39.5% | $97,700 |
| Watervliet | 2,156 | $61,167 | 15.9% | $137,500 |
| Bridgman | 2,077 | $66,603 | 14.5% | $238,400 |
| Berrien Springs | 2,018 | $65,134 | 13.4% | $159,900 |
Cities Similar to Galien
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Port | 474 | $48,333 | $118,000 | 8.2% | 9.8% |
| Muir | 490 | $46,771 | $143,100 | 3.7% | 14.1% |
| Cannonsburg | 510 | N/A | N/A | 58.4% | 0.0% |
| Carsonville | 463 | $57,647 | $101,300 | 10.2% | 19.3% |
| Dodgeville | 409 | N/A | $217,300 | 15.9% | 12.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 470, Galien's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Galien is a small community located in Michigan, within Berrien County. The total population is 470. It ranks as the 558th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Galien is 35.8 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Galien is $45,221. This is 38% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.5%. This is 63% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $138,100. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 78.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Galien has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 32.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Galien, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Michigan state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 745 Census-designated places in Michigan. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Galien, Michigan?
Galien, Michigan has a population of 470 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Galien, MI?
The median household income in Galien is $45,221, which is 44% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Galien, MI?
The poverty rate in Galien is 21.5%. This means approximately 101 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Galien, Michigan?
Galien's population is 85.3% White, 0.0% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Galien, MI?
The median home value in Galien is $138,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Galien, Michigan?
9.5% of adults (25+) in Galien hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.