Galena, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Galena, Ohio had a total population of 1,709, the 528th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $134,830, which is 89% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 89% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Ohio.
- 54.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Ohio.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.
Galena Quick Facts
How Galena Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,427 | 1,709 | +19.8% |
| Median household income | $131,324 | $134,830 | +2.7% |
| Median home value | $422,400 | $467,000 | +10.6% |
How Galena Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Galena Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Delaware County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 44,589 | $99,786 | 7.8% | $318,400 |
| Powell | 14,451 | $195,495 | 1.1% | $561,500 |
| Sunbury | 8,005 | $108,787 | 5.2% | $374,600 |
| Ashley | 1,593 | $56,596 | 20.1% | $153,400 |
| Ostrander | 1,008 | $159,375 | 4.8% | $485,600 |
| Shawnee Hills | 946 | $143,750 | 4.7% | $460,500 |
| Radnor | 95 | N/A | 22.1% | $63,800 |
| Kilbourne | 43 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Galena
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loveland Park | 1,700 | $118,636 | $255,700 | 54.5% | 1.5% |
| Lake Lorelei | 1,746 | $114,201 | $289,200 | 24.1% | 3.2% |
| New California | 1,672 | $161,908 | $464,500 | 63.8% | 0.0% |
| Blue Jay | 1,797 | $117,859 | $242,500 | 26.1% | 8.2% |
| New Baltimore | 1,585 | $158,750 | $350,900 | 56.4% | 5.7% |
Population Overview
Galena is a small community located in Ohio, within Delaware County. The total population is 1,709. It ranks as the 528th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Galena is 37.5 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Galena is $134,830. This is 89% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 67% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.6%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $467,000. Housing costs are 117% higher than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 92.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Galena has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
54.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Galena in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 74% higher than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Galena, Ohio 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 Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. 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 Galena, Ohio?
Galena, Ohio has a population of 1,709 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Galena, OH?
The median household income in Galena is $134,830, which is 67% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Galena, OH?
The poverty rate in Galena is 15.6%. This means approximately 267 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Galena, Ohio?
Galena's population is 88.1% White, 6.4% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Galena, OH?
The median home value in Galena is $467,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Galena, Ohio?
54.8% of adults (25+) in Galena hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.