Glen Ridge, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Glen Ridge is a small town in Florida with a population of 319. Residents earn $124,219 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
319 Population 1,876/sq mi density
$124,219 Median Income $57,084 per capita
$634,900 Home Value
$2,167 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
76°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$124,219 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$634,900 home value, $2,167/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $124,219
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $634,900
125% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.6%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,167
86% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population319
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density1,876/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans1.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$124,219
Per Capita$57,084
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$140,506M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$634,900
Rent$2,167
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.6%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute22 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries33

Is Glen Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Ridge receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Glen Ridge 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 Ridge is $124,219, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Glen Ridge among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glen Ridge is $634,900, making it a premium housing market at 125% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,167 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Ridge has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Glen Ridge has a population of 319 with a density of 1,876 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%).

Population

319
Total Population
1,876
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.8%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.2%
118% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Glen Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Ridge is $124,219, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Glen Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$124,219
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,084
Avg Weekly Wage$1,485
IRS Avg AGI$176,566

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)71,342
County GDP$140,506M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,308
Healthcare6,801
Retail5,605
Manufacturing973

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,778
351% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Ridge is $634,900, 125% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,167 (86% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$634,900
125% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,167
86% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,778
351% above US avg
Effective Rate2.49%
In Glen Ridge, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.1%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access95.9%
Healthcare Facilities6,801

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217

Safety Score

Glen Ridge has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,876/sq mi
Coordinates26.6721°N, 80.0767°W
County FIPS12099
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.8-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.6%
3% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.60
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,876/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities6,801
Restaurants3,308
Retail Stores5,605

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)217

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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