Median Income
$46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$52,900
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.2%
82% lower than US avg
How Glasco Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population337
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density1,021/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$27,441
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$516M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$52,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$82,598
Health
Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Elevation1,324 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute21 min
Libraries4
Is Glasco a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Glasco receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Glasco offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Glasco is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Glasco is $52,900, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Glasco experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Glasco has a population of 337 with a density of 1,021 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Glasco is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,875 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,441 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $799 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,416 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.2% |
| 82% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 310 |
| County GDP | $516M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 36 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,756 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
The median home value in Glasco is $52,900, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $82,598.
Home Values
| Census Median | $52,900 |
| 81% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $82,598 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,756 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.21% |
In Glasco, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Glasco vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,252/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
Crime Rates: Glasco vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Glasco has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.0°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.7 inches |
| 17% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 17.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,324 ft (404 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,021/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3610°N, 97.8370°W |
| County FIPS | 20029 |