Galt

City of Galt monument.
Residents enjoy a sunny evening shopping at the Galt Market.
Galt provides a peaceful lifestyle for its residents.
Walker Community Park is fun for the entire family.
Batting cage available at Galt Community Park.

Galt, CA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$900

Population

26,049

Renter Mix

26% Rent

Delight in small-town charm and abundant outdoor recreation

Suburban Diverse Scenic Active Historic

Situated between Sacramento and Stockton along Highway 99, the city of Galt is known for its small-town charm and excellent outdoor recreational options. Home to a tight-knit community, Galt hosts an array of annual events like Winter Bird Festival, springtime Strawberry Festival, and summer Independence Day Celebration, drawing droves of residents and visitors alike.

Numerous parks and athletic programs in Galt contribute to a cultural affinity for a wide variety of sports and recreation. Galt’s close proximity to the Northern California Delta Recreation Area and the Cosumnes River Preserve as well as the Sierra Foothills and the Sacramento Delta add to Galt’s status as a recreational haven. Major destinations within two hours’ driving distance of Galt include Reno, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, and the Pacific Coast.

Explore the City

Batting cage available at Galt Community Park.

Galt provides a peaceful lifestyle for its residents.

Downtown Galt are lined with palm trees and greenery.

History is alive and well in Galt, CA.

Walker Community Park is fun for the entire family.

Come and visit the Galt Market in Galt Ca.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$83,840

Average: $100,599

Education

4,479

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

12,371

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

38 Years

Largest Age Group

15-24 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

26%

Over 65

16%

Housing Distribution

Galt has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Galt, CA is $801 for a studio, $900 for one bedroom, and $1,078 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Galt has increased by 0.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$900/month
689 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

20 / 100

Schools

Valley Oaks Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

541 Students

Vernon E. Greer Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

542 Students

Lake Canyon Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

466 Students

River Oaks Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

505 Students

Marengo Ranch Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

448 Students

Robert L McCaffrey Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

779 Students

Liberty Ranch High

Public

Grades 9-12

899 Students

Galt High

Public

Grades 9-12

959 Students

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.