Glen Allen, AL

Alabama

Glen Allen is a small town in Alabama with a population of 406. Residents earn $46,094 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
406 Population 62/sq mi density
$46,094 Median Income $26,330 per capita
$101,100 Home Value
61°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,094 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,100 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,094
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population406
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density62/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,094
Per Capita$26,330
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$480M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units179

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking18.9%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation578 ft (176 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+78.7%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute25 min
Broadband70.2%
Libraries1

Is Glen Allen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Allen 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. Glen Allen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen Allen is $46,094, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glen Allen is $101,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Allen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Glen Allen has a population of 406 with a density of 62 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 7.4% Black.

Population

406
Total Population
62
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Allen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glen Allen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Allen is $46,094, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Glen Allen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,094
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,330
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$54,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$480M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare39
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Allen is $101,100, 64% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,100
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.0%
Housing Units179
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Glen Allen, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Glen Allen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits50.1%
Premature Death14,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access35.9%
Healthcare Facilities39
Glen Allen has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation578 ft (176 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates33.8921°N, 87.7327°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72-point margin. 70.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.7%
D 13.7%

Winner: Republican by 72 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+78.7%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density62/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants24
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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