Glasgow Village, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $38,571

49% lower than US avg

Home Value $69,600

75% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.0%

73% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,113

4% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 48.6%

51% higher than US avg

Unemployment 6.0%

67% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 33.0%

166% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,491

Median Age36.1 yrs

Density5,720/mi²

Male / Female45% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 8%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

Median Income$38,571

Per Capita$17,453

Unemployment6.0%

Poverty33.0%

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$69,600

Rent$1,113

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$80,189

Housing Units2,245

Rent Burden39.2%

Health

Obesity48.6%

Uninsured15.2%

Smoking29.0%

Depression24.3%

Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.4 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Elevation509 ft (155 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.0%

High School+85.7%

Graduate+2.0%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute26 min

Broadband84.6%

Is Glasgow Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glasgow Village receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Glasgow Village has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glasgow Village is $38,571, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 33.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glasgow Village is $69,600, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,113 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Glasgow Village enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Glasgow Village has a population of 5,491 with a density of 5,720 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.5% female and 44.5% male. The city is predominantly Black (86.2%), with 8.3% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 17.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,491

Total Population

5,720

People / sq mi

36.1yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%

Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Glasgow Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.9%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.1%
	92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glasgow Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glasgow Village is $38,571, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,453 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 15.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Glasgow Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$38,571
	49% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$17,453

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.0%
	67% above US avg
Poverty Rate	33.0%
	166% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.4 min
Drive Alone	75.3%
Public Transit	5.0%
Work from Home	15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Glasgow Village is $69,600, 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $80,189, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,113 (4% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 2,245 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1956. 39.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$69,600
	75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$80,189
Median List Price	$89,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$89,900
$/Sq Ft	$62
Homes Sold	5
Sale-to-List Ratio	94.2%
Price Drops	18.5%
Inventory	27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,113
	4% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,450
Rent Burden	39.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	35.6%
Housing Units	2,245
Median Year Built	1956

Property Tax

In Glasgow Village, 48.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 20.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.2% of residents, above the national average. 49.5% have high blood pressure. 29.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.3% report binge drinking. 47.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 24.5% experience frequent mental distress. 15.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	48.6%
	51% above US avg
Diabetes	20.0%
Heart Disease	8.2%
High Blood Pressure	49.5%
Asthma	14.7%
COPD	12.3%
Cancer	5.1%
Stroke	6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	29.0%
	107% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.3%
Physical Inactivity	47.2%
Depression	24.3%
Mental Distress	24.5%
Physical Distress	20.0%
Short Sleep	48.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.3%
Uninsured	15.2%
	77% above US avg
Checkup Rate	80.7%
Dental Visits	33.8%

Food & Exercise

Glasgow Village enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 509 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.4 inches
	1% above US avg
Snowfall	7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	509 ft (155 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density	5,720/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7537°N, 90.1984°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-2°C)	2.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	75°F (24°C)	3.7 in
July	79°F (26°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.2 in
October	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in

Glasgow Village has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

9.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 84.6% of households have broadband internet access. 75.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 5% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.0%
	73% below US avg
High School+	85.7%
Graduate Degree+	2.0%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	5,720/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	84.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.4 min
Drive Alone	75.3%
Public Transit	5.0%
Work from Home	15.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Glasgow Village

What is the population of Glasgow Village?

Glasgow Village has a population of 5,491 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 5,720 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.5% female and 44.5% male.

Is Glasgow Village expensive to live in?

Glasgow Village is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $38,571, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $69,600 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,113 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Glasgow Village?

Glasgow Village enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Glasgow Village?

The unemployment rate in Glasgow Village is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 15.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Glasgow Village?

The median home value in Glasgow Village is $69,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $80,189. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,113. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Glasgow Village?

Schools in Glasgow Village score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.0% of adults in Glasgow Village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Glasgow Village?

The obesity rate in Glasgow Village is 48.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 29.0% of adults are smokers. 47.2% are physically inactive. 24.3% of residents report depression. 15.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Glasgow Village?

The average commute in Glasgow Village is 26 minutes. 75.3% of workers drive alone to work, 5% use public transit, and 15.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Glasgow Village?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Glasgow Village is 8.3% White, 86.2% Black or African American. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 17.8% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

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