Glasco, KS

Kansas

Glasco is a small town in Kansas with a population of 337. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
337 Population 1,021/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $27,441 per capita
$52,900 Home Value $82,598 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,900 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

337
Total Population
1,021
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Glasco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Glasco vs U.S. Average

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: Glasco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$516M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail45
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Glasco is $52,900, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $82,598.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied90.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,756
21% below US avg
Effective Rate5.21%
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

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death10,252/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access80.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

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 Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,324 ft (404 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,021/sq mi
Coordinates39.3610°N, 97.8370°W
County FIPS20029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 60.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,021/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

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