Galesburg, Michigan
Galesburg: city in Michigan, United States.
About
Galesburg is a city located in the county of Kalamazoo in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,009 and a population density of 536 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,090 inhabitants.
The city was created 191 years ago in 1834.
Quick Facts about Galesburg
| Population | 2,090 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Kalamazoo County |
| Postal code | 49053 |
| Phone Area Codes | 269 |
| Area | 3.75 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.2887,-85.4181 |
| Altitude | 791 feet / 241 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1835 (191 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 11:02:16 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 558 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 4.03% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 66℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Galesburg is located at 42°17'19"N 85°25'5"W (42.2886500, -85.4180600).
Galesburg map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. East northeast wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Galesburg increased by 4.03% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1870 | 140 | - | |
| 2010 | 2,009 | 1335% | census |
| 2011 | 2,023 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,040 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,053 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,058 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,061 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,071 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,078 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,080 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,081 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,090 | 0.43% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Galesburg, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 490373 | Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine | Kalamazoo (MI) | 49007 |
Nearby Transit Stations (16)
Rail and bus stations connected to Galesburg, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAL | Kalamazoo Transportation Center | 459 North Burdick St. | RAIL |
| BTL | Battle Creek Transportation Center | 104 Capital Ave. S.W. | RAIL |
| ALI | Albion station | 300 North Eaton St. | RAIL |
| BAM | Bangor | 541 Railroad St. | RAIL |
| DOA | Dowagiac station | 200 Depot Drive | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Galesburg.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Galesburg Post Office | Galesburg (MI) | 49053 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Galesburg, Illinois county seat of Knox County, Illinois, United States. with a population of 29,803 people.
Other cities in Kalamazoo County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Kalamazoo County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamazoo | 76,009 | The second most populous city in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. |
| Highland Park | 10,712 | Town in Michigan, United States |
| Eastwood | 6,340 | Town in Nottinghamshire |
| Vicksburg | 3,581 | Human settlement in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Parchment | 1,825 | Human settlement in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Schoolcraft | 1,548 | Village in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States |
| South Gull Lake | 1,182 | Unincorporated town in Michigan, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Galesburg distances to largest Michigan cities