Glasford, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Glasford is a small town in Illinois with a population of 785. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
785 Population 863/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $40,724 per capita
$97,100 Home Value $197,765 Zillow
$646 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,100 home value, $646/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $97,100
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $646
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population785
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density863/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$40,724
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$16,966M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,100
Rent$646
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,765
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation613 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute26 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries13

Is Glasford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glasford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Glasford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glasford is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glasford is $97,100, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $646 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Glasford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Glasford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Glasford has a population of 785 with a density of 863 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

785
Total Population
863
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Glasford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glasford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glasford is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Glasford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,724
Avg Weekly Wage$1,438
IRS Avg AGI$80,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,972
County GDP$16,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants468
Healthcare543
Retail638
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Glasford is $97,100, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $646 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,765.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,100
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,765

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$646
44% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Effective Rate8.27%
In Glasford, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death10,362/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities543
Glasford has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Glasford has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation613 ft (187 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density863/sq mi
Coordinates40.5728°N, 89.8131°W
County FIPS17143
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density863/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities543
Restaurants468
Retail Stores638

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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