Galesburg, IL Metro Area is a vibrant and diverse community with a population of 50,193 and a population density of 68.47 people per square mile. The area has many local businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and entertainment venues. Year-round outdoor activities in the metro area include biking and hiking trails, fishing spots, golf courses, disc golf courses, and parks. There are also several demographic organizations in the Galesburg area such as the Knox County Democratic Party and the Women's Fund of Knox County that focus on improving education and promoting economic development. Furthermore, Galesburg is home to several exciting sporting events like the Galesburg Open Golf Tournament and the Galesburg Makos Swim Meet.
The population in Galesburg Metro Area is 50,193. There are 70 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Galesburg Metro Area is 41.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Galesburg Metro Area is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Galesburg Metro Area
- 45.0% are married
- 13.3% are divorced
- 24.1% are married with children
- 18.1% have children, but are single
Race in Galesburg Metro Area
- 83.4% are White
- 8.4% are Black
- 1.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.3% claim Other
- 5.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander