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Glendon, AB

Alberta

Glendon is a small town in Alberta with a population of 338. Residents earn $78,500 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
338 Population 439/sq mi density
$78,500 Median Income $48,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 17.2% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$78,500 median income, 17.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,500
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.4%
383% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population338
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density439/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

C+
Median Income$78,500
Per Capita$48,800
Unemployment17.4%
Poverty14.8%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,091
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units150
Rent Burden17.2%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,916 ft (584 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+41.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Glendon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glendon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Glendon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glendon is $78,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 17.4%, unemployment is notably high. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glendon is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Glendon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches.

Glendon has a population of 338 with a density of 439 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.2% female and 46.3% male. The city is predominantly White (89%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91% of residents.

Population

338
Total Population
439
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Glendon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 7.5%

Social Characteristics

Glendon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glendon is $78,500, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $938, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 17.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 5.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Glendon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,500
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,800
Avg Weekly Wage$938

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.4%
383% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)10

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Glendon is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 150 total housing units in the city. 17.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden17.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units150

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Glendon receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Glendon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,916 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.5°F
36% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,916 ft (584 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density439/sq mi
Coordinates54.2511°N, 111.1514°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.2"
55% below US avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.7 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 5°F (-15°C) 0.8 in

Glendon has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 2°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.6").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+41.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density439/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Radio Stations near Glendon

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFNA 99.7 "Country 99 FM" Bonnyville, AB country AAC+ 57 kbps
CJEG-FM "Hot 101.3" - Bonnyville, AB hot adult contemporary, rebranding AAC 133 kbps

Libraries in Glendon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mallaig Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Glendon

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glendon UFA Petroleum
Korner Mart

Airports Near Glendon

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bonnyville AirportYBYMedium Airport
Elk Point Airport—Small Airport
Glendon Airport—Small Airport
St. Paul Airport—Small Airport
Two Hills Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Glendon

What is the population of Glendon?

Glendon has a population of 338 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 439 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.2% female and 46.3% male.

Is Glendon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,500, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Glendon safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Glendon receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Glendon?

Glendon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Glendon?

The job market in Glendon faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $938. There are 10 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 5.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Glendon?

The median home value in Glendon is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Glendon?

0.0% of adults in Glendon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Glendon?

The average commute in Glendon is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Glendon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Glendon is 89% White. 91% of residents speak only English at home.

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