Galeton borough, Pennsylvania
Galeton borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Galeton borough is a geographic entity located in Potter County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 947. The land area covers 1.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 947 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 54 yrs | ±12.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 429 | ±59 | 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 | 625 | ±77 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 429 | ±59 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 196 | ±61 |
| Median Home Value | $104,500 | ±$10,902 |
| Median Gross Rent | $930 | ±$107 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $70,298 | ±$10,660 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,610 | ±$4,138 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 107 | ±35 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 378 | ±80 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90% | ±3.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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BOROUGH OF GALETON
GUS Population: 955 (2024)
ID: 174086
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: BOROUGH SECRETARY/TREASURER
15 WEST ST, GALETON PA 16922
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GUS Population: 15,993 (2024)
ID: 173736
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER CHAIRMAN
1 NORTH MAIN ST, STE 207, COUDERSPORT PA 16915
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Galeton | PK-06 | Galeton, PA | |
| Regular School Galeton | 07-12 | Galeton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Westfield, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Ulysses, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Ulysses, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Westfield, PA | |
| 6 Nearby | 5-13 | GENESEE, PA | |
| 6 Nearby | 6-14 | WELLSBORO, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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GALETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 5 PARK LANE, GALETON, PA, 16922 |
(814) 435-2321
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ULYSSES LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 401 NORTH MAIN ST, ULYSSES, PA, 16948 |
(814) 848-7226
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WESTFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 147 MAPLE ST, WESTFIELD, PA, 16950 |
(814) 367-5411
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GREEN FREE LIBRARY OF WELLSBORO
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 134 MAIN ST, WELLSBORO, PA, 16901 |
(570) 724-4876
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KNOXVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 112 E MAIN ST., KNOXVILLE, PA, 16928 |
(814) 326-4448
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COUDERSPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 502 PARK AVE, COUDERSPORT, PA, 16915 |
(814) 274-9382
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GENESEE AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 301 MAIN STREET, GENESEE, PA, 16923 |
(814) 228-3328
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WHITESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 500 MAIN STREET, WHITESVILLE, NY, 14897 |
(607) 356-3645
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ELKLAND AREA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 110 E PARKWAY AVE, ELKLAND, PA, 16920 |
(814) 258-7576
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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 WELLSBORO 4 SW, PA US, located 13.5 miles from Galeton borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.1° | 14.1° | 22.1° | 2.99" | 13.2" |
| February | 33.0° | 14.6° | 23.8° | 2.48" | 14.1" |
| March | 41.6° | 21.8° | 31.7° | 3.25" | 12.5" |
| April | 55.2° | 32.7° | 43.9° | 3.56" | 3.2" |
| May | 67.0° | 43.4° | 55.2° | 3.65" | 0.1" |
| June | 74.6° | 52.4° | 63.5° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.9° | 56.7° | 67.8° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.4° | 54.7° | 66.1° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.4° | 47.6° | 59.0° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.5° | 37.3° | 47.9° | 3.64" | 0.8" |
| November | 45.7° | 28.7° | 37.2° | 3.17" | 4.0" |
| December | 34.8° | 20.9° | 27.9° | 3.26" | 12.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galeton borough | Borough | 0.0 mi | — |
| Sabinsville CDP | CDP | 10.9 mi | — |
| Ulysses borough | Borough | 12.9 mi | — |
| Westfield borough | Borough | 13.7 mi | — |
| Sweden Valley CDP | CDP | 16.0 mi | — |
| Wellsboro borough | Borough | 17.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4210528280. • 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.