Glendale, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Glendale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,420. Residents earn $80,585 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,420 Population 4,581/sq mi density
$80,585 Median Income $44,864 per capita
$133,200 Home Value
$1,174 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,585 median income, 0.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,200 home value, $1,174/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,585
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $133,200
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,174
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,420
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density4,581/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,585
Per Capita$44,864
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,200
Rent$1,174
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation904 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute32 min
Libraries14

Is Glendale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glendale receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Glendale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glendale is $80,585, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glendale is $133,200, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glendale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Glendale has a population of 1,420 with a density of 4,581 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%).

Population

1,420
Total Population
4,581
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Glendale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Glendale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glendale is $80,585, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Glendale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,585
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,864
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Glendale is $133,200, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,174 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,200
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,174
1% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate4.90%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Premature Death9,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities711

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Glendale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation904 ft (276 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density4,581/sq mi
Coordinates40.3979°N, 80.0932°W
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,581/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Work from Home14.8%

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