West Virginia · Metropolitan Area
Glasgow is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 800. Residents earn $51,304 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Glasgow receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Glasgow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Glasgow is $51,304, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Glasgow is $96,900, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Glasgow 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 2,806 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.
12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Glasgow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 99.9% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.1% |
| 99% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,304 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,300 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,192 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,301 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.9% |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,860 |
| County GDP | $14,448M |
| Restaurants | 428 |
| Healthcare | 645 |
| Retail | 626 |
| Manufacturing | 94 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.50% |
| Commute Time | 21.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.2% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
| Census Median | $96,900 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $107,416 |
| Census Median Rent | $879 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 16.1% |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.50% |
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.2% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.5% |
| Depression | 33.6% |
| Mental Distress | 25.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,979/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 645 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,805.8/100K |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 673.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,908.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 224.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.4 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 793 ft (242 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,702/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2127°N, 81.4192°W |
| County FIPS | 54039 |
Winner: Republican by 17.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.4% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,702/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 81.5% |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 645 |
| Restaurants | 428 |
| Retail Stores | 626 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Avg Commute | 21.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.2% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |