Glasgow, VA

Glasgow, VA

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 $50,625 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,241. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 161 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Glasgow is $117,100 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,112. Median rent is $814/month, with 26.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.

Safety & Crime

Glasgow reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 180/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.

Education

15.7% of adults in Glasgow hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Glasgow has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

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