Glendora, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Glendora is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 5,367. Residents earn $94,792 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
5,367 Population 5,161/sq mi density
$94,792 Median Income $37,950 per capita
$219,700 Home Value $323,168 Zillow
$782 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$94,792 median income, 8.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,700 home value, $782/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,792
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $219,700
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $782
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.5%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,367
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density5,161/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$94,792
Per Capita$37,950
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,700
Rent$782
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,168

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation80 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+94.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is Glendora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glendora receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Glendora stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glendora is $94,792, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glendora is $219,700, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $782 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Glendora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Glendora has a population of 5,367 with a density of 5,161 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.7%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 8.6% Black.

Population

5,367
Total Population
5,161
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Glendora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glendora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glendora is $94,792, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Glendora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,792
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Glendora is $219,700, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $782 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,168.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,700
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,168
Median List Price$199,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,000
$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio108.2%
Price Drops63.6%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$782
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
In Glendora, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.5%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Glendora has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation80 ft (24 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density5,161/sq mi
Coordinates39.8409°N, 75.0672°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,161/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home12.3%

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