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Glen Park, NY

New York

Glen Park is a small town in New York with a population of 639. Residents earn $50,227 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
639 Population 900/sq mi density
$50,227 Median Income $24,630 per capita
$171,700 Home Value $160,248 Zillow
$1,095 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$50,227 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$171,700 home value, $1,095/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,227
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,700
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,095
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.3%
265% higher than US avg

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

People

Population639
Median Age28.6 yrs
Density900/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans15.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,227
Per Capita$24,630
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty45.3%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,700
Rent$1,095
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,248
Housing Units242
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking14.0%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation376 ft (115 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute14 min
Broadband97.3%
Libraries22

Is Glen Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Park 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Glen Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen Park is $50,227, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 45.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glen Park is $171,700, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,095 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Park has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Glen Park has a population of 639 with a density of 900 people per square mile. The median age is 28.6 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

639
Total Population
900
People / sq mi
28.6yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glen Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Park is $50,227, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 45.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Glen Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,227
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,630
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate45.3%
265% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Park is $171,700, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,095 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,700
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,248

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,095
6% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%
Housing Units242
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate4.00%
In Glen Park, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate79.4%
Dental Visits70.1%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Glen Park has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation376 ft (115 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density900/sq mi
Coordinates44.0031°N, 75.9584°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 97.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density900/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

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