Glen Lyn, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Glen Lyn is a small town in Virginia with a population of 66. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
66 Population 108/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $26,991 per capita
$171,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$171,900 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,900
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$26,991
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$923M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property5,310/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary885/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation1,510 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries2

Is Glen Lyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Lyn receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Glen Lyn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen Lyn is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.5% 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 Lyn is $171,900, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Glen Lyn 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 5,310 per 100,000, 171% above the national average.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Lyn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 22.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Glen Lyn has a population of 66 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

66
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Lyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Glen Lyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Lyn is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Glen Lyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,991
Avg Weekly Wage$1,234
IRS Avg AGI$60,597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)445
County GDP$923M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare35
Retail61
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,542
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Lyn is $171,900, 39% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,900
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,542
27% below US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Glen Lyn, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death12,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities35
Glen Lyn has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,310 per 100,000 (171% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Glen Lyn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,309.7/100K
171% above US avg
Burglary885.0/100K
Theft4,424.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Glen Lyn has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall22.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,510 ft (460 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates37.3727°N, 80.8589°W
County FIPS51071
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.5-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.58
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants29
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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