Glacier, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Glacier is a small town in Washington with a population of 292.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
292 Population 175/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $40,896 per capita
$447,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $447,500
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.7%
309% higher than US avg

How Glacier Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population292
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,896
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.7%
County GDP$20,640M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$447,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain98.2 in/yr
Elevation977 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute26 min
Broadband95.9%
Libraries16

Is Glacier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glacier receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Glacier stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glacier is $447,500, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Glacier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 98.2 inches, including 42.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Glacier has a population of 292 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%).

Population

292
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63%
Female 37%

Race & Ethnicity

Glacier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glacier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glacier is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Glacier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,896
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$90,305

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.7%
309% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,358
County GDP$20,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants616
Healthcare743
Retail795
Manufacturing341

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,584
88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit8.6%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Glacier is $447,500, 59% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$447,500
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,584
88% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Glacier, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Glacier vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression31.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.3%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death6,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access83.3%
Healthcare Facilities743

Crime Rates: Glacier vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Glacier has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 98.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall98.2 inches
159% above US avg
Snowfall42.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation977 ft (298 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates48.8921°N, 121.9322°W
County FIPS53073
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.9-point margin. 95.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.9%
D 60.8%

Winner: Democrat by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.9%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities743
Restaurants616
Retail Stores795

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit8.6%
Work from Home21.9%

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