Median Income
$64,189
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$204,000
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.2%
34% lower than US avg
How Glen Raven Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,684
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density1,113/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,189
Per Capita$26,467
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$9,014M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$204,000
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$257,960
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Elevation619 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute28 min
Libraries5
Is Glen Raven a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Glen Raven receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Glen Raven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Glen Raven is $64,189, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Glen Raven is $204,000, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Glen Raven enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Glen Raven has a population of 3,684 with a density of 1,113 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.9%), with 14.5% Black.
Population
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Glen Raven vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.3% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| 43% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Glen Raven vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Glen Raven is $64,189, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Glen Raven vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,189 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,467 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,010 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,841 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,409 |
| County GDP | $9,014M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 370 |
| Healthcare | 393 |
| Retail | 609 |
| Manufacturing | 189 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,444 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |
The median home value in Glen Raven is $204,000, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,960.
Home Values
| Census Median | $204,000 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $257,960 |
| Median List Price | $310,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $310,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $152 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.1% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $729 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,444 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.69% |
In Glen Raven, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Glen Raven vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,571/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 393 |
Crime Rates: Glen Raven vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
Safety Score
Glen Raven has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.1 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 619 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,113/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1241°N, 79.4673°W |
| County FIPS | 37001 |