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Glasgow, IL

Illinois

Glasgow is a small town in Illinois with a population of 146. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
146 Population 145/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $27,590 per capita
$53,900 Home Value
$625 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,900 home value, $625/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,900
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population146
Median Age61.0 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$27,590
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$208M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,900
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units69
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.1%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation582 ft (177 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+83.5%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute21 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries2

Is Glasgow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glasgow receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Glasgow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glasgow is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.4% 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 Glasgow is $53,900, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Glasgow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Glasgow has a population of 146 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 61.0 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

146
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
61.0yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Glasgow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glasgow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glasgow is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Glasgow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,590
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)101
County GDP$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glasgow is $53,900, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,900
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.7%
Housing Units69
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate6.22%
In Glasgow, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.5%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death9,555/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access8.9%
Healthcare Facilities3
Glasgow has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation582 ft (177 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates39.5487°N, 90.4800°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+83.5%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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