Median Income
$73,542
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$483
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.4%
65% lower than US avg
How Glen Elder Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population520
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density1,182/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$73,542
Per Capita$33,128
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$615M
Commute11 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$483
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$150,489
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Elevation1,423 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute11 min
Libraries3
Is Glen Elder a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Glen Elder receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Glen Elder stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Glen Elder is $73,542, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $483 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Glen Elder experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Glen Elder has a population of 520 with a density of 1,182 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 2.7% Hispanic.
Population
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Glen Elder vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Glen Elder vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Glen Elder is $73,542, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.
Income: Glen Elder vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,542 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,128 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $907 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,733 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 275 |
| County GDP | $615M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,421 |
| 26% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 11.1 min |
| Work from Home | 23.0% |
Monthly rent averages $483 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,489.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $483 |
| 58% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,421 |
| 26% above US avg |
In Glen Elder, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Glen Elder vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,731/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
Crime Rates: Glen Elder vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Glen Elder has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.3 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,423 ft (434 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,182/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5002°N, 98.3065°W |
| County FIPS | 20123 |