Galena is a city located in Jo Daviess County, in the state of Illinois (IL), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 3.7 square miles (10.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 700 ft. With a population of approximately 3,460 residents, Galena offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.7% males and 51.3% females, and it has a population density of 927.61 people per square mile (358.15/km²). Galena lies at a latitude of 42.42 and a longitude of -90.43, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (8.2%), followed by English (11.8%), German (41.3%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61036.