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Glasgow, IL
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Glasgow, IL
At a Glance
How Glasgow Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Glasgow's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Glasgow a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Glasgow residents earn a median household income of $52,500 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,590. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 101 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Glasgow is $53,900 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $264,789. Median rent is $625/month, with 40.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Glasgow reports 123 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 841/100K.
Education
2.5% of adults in Glasgow hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below the national average). 83.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Glasgow has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.