Galax city, Virginia
Galax city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Galax city is a geographic entity located in Galax city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,726. The land area covers 8.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,726 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,763 | ±234 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,214 | ±207 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,763 | ±234 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 451 | ±149 |
| Median Home Value | $141,300 | ±$23,066 |
| Median Gross Rent | $743 | ±$65 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $38,675 | ±$8,836 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,667 | ±$6,082 |
| Poverty Rate | 31.1% | ±7.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,020 | ±504 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,795 | ±375 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.2% | ±3.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Galax | PK-05 | Galax, VA | |
| Regular School Galax | PK-05 | Galax, VA | |
| Regular School Galax | 09-12 | Galax, VA | |
| Regular School Galax | 06-08 | Galax, VA | |
| Regular School Galax | PK-05 | Galax, VA | |
| Regular School Galax | PK-05 | Galax, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sparta, NC | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Hillsville, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Hillsville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hillsville, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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TWIN COUNTY REGIONAL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 200 HOSPITAL DRIVE, GALAX, VA, 24333 |
(276) 236-1650
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Wytheville Community College
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College | 21.9 mi away | 1000 E Main Street, Wytheville, VA, 24382-3308 |
2762234700
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GALAX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 610 WEST STUART DRIVE, GALAX, VA, 24333 |
(276) 236-2351
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Surry Community College
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College | 22.3 mi away | 630 S. Main St., Dobson, NC, 27017-8432 |
33638681213264
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FRIES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 105 WEST MAIN ST., FRIES, VA, 24330 |
(276) 744-2225
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CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 101 BEAVER DAM ROAD, HILLSVILLE, VA, 24343 |
(276) 728-3334
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GRAYSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 147 S. INDEPENDENCE AVE., INDEPENDENCE, VA, 24348 |
(276) 773-3018
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WGRL OUTREACH
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 147 S. INDEPENDENCE AVE., INDEPENDENCE, VA, 24348 |
(276) 773-2761
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LOWGAP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 5210 W PINE ST, LOWGAP, NC, 27024 |
(336) 352-3000
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ALLEGHANY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 115 ATWOOD STREET, SPARTA, NC, 28675 |
(336) 372-5573
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GALAX RADIO WBRF, VA US, located 0.2 miles from Galax city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.4° | 23.3° | 32.9° | 3.66" | 4.6" |
| February | 46.5° | 25.5° | 36.0° | 3.11" | 5.8" |
| March | 53.8° | 31.5° | 42.7° | 3.76" | 3.4" |
| April | 64.7° | 39.4° | 52.0° | 4.07" | 0.5" |
| May | 72.4° | 48.8° | 60.6° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 56.9° | 67.9° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.2° | 60.7° | 71.4° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.5° | 59.7° | 70.1° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.8° | 53.0° | 63.9° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.4° | 41.2° | 53.3° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.7° | 31.5° | 43.1° | 3.31" | 0.4" |
| December | 45.5° | 26.7° | 36.1° | 3.42" | 1.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galax city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Fries town | Town | 4.9 mi | — |
| Hilltown CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Baywood CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Stevens Creek CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Woodlawn CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5164093675. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.