Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 15.2% ▲ 52% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 41% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,164 (35.9%) |
| Some College | 557 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 507 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 444 (13.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 557 (17.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,751 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $83,606 ▼ 70% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $601/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,554 |
| Vacant Units | 450 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Gallatin County is located in Illinois and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 4,814 residents. With a median age of 48.2, it is a mature county.
Gallatin County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,750 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Gallatin County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $83,606 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $600. Homeownership rates are high at 80.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Gallatin County are primarily White (95.35%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Gallatin County, IL is a working-class area in Illinois. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62934 | Equality | 698 | $55,625 | $90,000 | $419 | 3.7% | 33.8% |
| 62954 | Junction | 415 | $65,083 | $89,400 | $1,528 | 0.0% | 15.9% |
| 62867 | New Haven | 528 | $33,977 | $50,400 | $471 | 41.8% | 14.8% |
| 62871 | Omaha | 669 | $76,513 | $87,200 | $771 | 2.3% | 42.1% |
| 62979 | Ridgway | 932 | $48,750 | $85,400 | $732 | 2.5% | 37.1% |
| 62984 | Shawneetown | 1,572 | $52,908 | $87,800 | $330 | 2.9% | 30.9% |