Housing in Galax, VA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$172,094
Galax vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Galax is highlighted.
Median Home Value
33rd%ilemost expensive$126,800show rank
Median Rent
16th%ilemost expensive rent$692show rank
Rent Burden
60th%ilehighest rent burden20.0%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$126,800
Median Rent
$692
Total Housing Units
3,213
Vacancy Rate
15.1%
Owner Occupied
61.6%
Renter Occupied
38.4%
Median Property Tax
$962
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$827
Housing Types
Single Family72.9%
Multi-Family19.1%
Mobile Home7.9%
The median home value in Galax, VA is $126,800. According to Zillow, the home value index for Galax is $172,094. The median rent is $692 per month (Census ACS). About 61.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1968. There are 3,213 total housing units.