Glencoe, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Glencoe is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 325. Residents earn $43,542 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
325 Population 185/sq mi density
$43,542 Median Income $23,774 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $183,708 Zillow
$913 Median Rent 30.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,542 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $913/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,542
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.3%
64% higher than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density185/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,542
Per Capita$23,774
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty20.3%
County GDP$461M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,708
Rent Burden30.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation730 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Glencoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glencoe receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Glencoe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glencoe is $43,542, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 20.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glencoe is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Glencoe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Glencoe has a population of 325 with a density of 185 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

325
Total Population
185
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Glencoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.9%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glencoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glencoe is $43,542, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Glencoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,542
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,774
Avg Weekly Wage$1,355
IRS Avg AGI$60,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.3%
64% above US avg
Establishments (County)162
County GDP$461M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare6
Retail20
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glencoe is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,708.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,708

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% below US avg
Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.85%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Premature Death12,177/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access46.5%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Glencoe has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation730 ft (223 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density185/sq mi
Coordinates38.7250°N, 84.8233°W
County FIPS21077
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.4%

Winner: Republican by 59.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density185/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants5
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home4.0%

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