Galesburg

IL

Knox County, Illinois

Population 49K |Median income $57,030 |1 hospital

Population
49,046
Knox County
Median Income
$57,030
-16% vs avg
Median Home Value
$111,900
-51% vs avg
Median Age
42.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
49K-7%
Median Income
$57,030+40%
Median Home Value
$111,900+38%
Poverty Rate
14.6%-13%
Unemployment
5.1%-43%

Economics

Median Rent
$788/mo
Poverty Rate
14.6% +3% vs avg
Unemployment 5.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21%
Work From Home 5.7%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 81.9%
African American 8.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.3%
Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.2%
High Blood Pressure
38.7%
Short Sleep Duration
36.7%
Physical Inactivity
27.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Binge Drinking
16.7%
Current Smoking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.2%
Diabetes
13.5%
Current Asthma
10.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 57.6%
Annual Checkup 79%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.2%
Stroke
4.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
ST MARY MEDICAL CENTER
GALESBURG · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Galesburg Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Galesburg, IL? ▼
Galesburg, IL has a population of 49,046 people, located in Knox County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Galesburg? ▼
The median household income in Galesburg, IL is $57,030 per year. The poverty rate is 14.6%.
What is the median home value in Galesburg? ▼
The median home value in Galesburg, IL is $111,900. Median rent is $788/month.
What are the top health concerns in Galesburg? ▼
The top health indicators in Galesburg include Obesity (39.2%), High Blood Pressure (38.7%), Short Sleep Duration (36.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Galesburg? ▼
Galesburg has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Galesburg? ▼
The median age in Galesburg, IL is 42.6 years. 21% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Galesburg, IL is located in Knox County, Illinois. With a population of 49K and a median household income of $57,030, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Galesburg area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Knox County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.