Colorado · Metropolitan Area
Glendale is a small town in Colorado with a population of 71. Residents earn $194,375 per year, which is 159% above the national average.
Based on current data, Glendale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Glendale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Glendale is $194,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 159% above $75,149. This places Glendale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Glendale is $833,300, making it a premium housing market at 196% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,723 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 965 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 10,531 per 100,000, 437% above the national average.
Glendale is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Glendale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches, including 49.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 76.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 23.5% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $194,375 |
| 159% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $53,096 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,958 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $114,489 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 43,024 |
| County GDP | $128,544M |
| Restaurants | 2,498 |
| Healthcare | 2,680 |
| Retail | 2,348 |
| Manufacturing | 724 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,129 |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.62% |
| Commute Time | 23.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.7% |
| Public Transit | 4.1% |
| Work from Home | 32.0% |
| Census Median | $833,300 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $328,805 |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $331 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,723 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,384 |
| Rent Burden | 31.3% |
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,129 |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.62% |
| Obesity | 26.4% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 4.9% |
| Heart Disease | 3.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 17.1% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.3% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 7.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,060/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,680 |
| Total Violent | 965.3/100K |
| 154% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 153.6/100K |
| Robbery | 197.5/100K |
| Assault | 614.3/100K |
| Total Property | 10,530.9/100K |
| 437% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 570.4/100K |
| Theft | 9,082.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 877.6/100K |
| Arson | 43.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.4 inches |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 49.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 5,351 ft (1,631 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7031°N, 104.9362°W |
| County FIPS | 08031 |
Winner: Democrat by 56.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 100.0% |
| 197% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 89.8% |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 30 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,680 |
| Restaurants | 2,498 |
| Retail Stores | 2,348 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Avg Commute | 23.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.7% |
| Public Transit | 4.1% |
| Work from Home | 32.0% |