Glen, MS

Mississippi

Glen is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 379. Residents earn $61,429 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
379 Population 81/sq mi density
$61,429 Median Income $32,030 per capita
$100,800 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 11.7% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$61,429 median income, 11.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,800 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,429
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,429
Per Capita$32,030
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$1,661M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,800
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden11.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain62.3 in/yr
Elevation529 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+88.2%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute31 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries2

Is Glen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Glen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen is $61,429, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glen is $100,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Glen has a population of 379 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

379
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen is $61,429, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Glen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,429
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,030
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$60,116

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)820
County GDP$1,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare103
Retail172
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,482
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen is $100,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,800
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden11.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,482
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Glen, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure40.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.6%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death12,635/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access52.5%
Healthcare Facilities103

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Glen has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.3 inches
64% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation529 ft (161 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates34.8582°N, 88.4176°W
County FIPS28003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 15.4%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants75
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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