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Glenfield, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Glenfield is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 214. Residents earn $101,875 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
214 Population 261/sq mi density
$101,875 Median Income $49,021 per capita
$165,600 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$101,875 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,600 home value, $1,100/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,875
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $165,600
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population214
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$101,875
Per Capita$49,021
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,600
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units109
Rent Burden27.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,064 ft (324 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.4%
High School+96.5%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries11

Is Glenfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenfield receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Glenfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenfield is $101,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Glenfield among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenfield is $165,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Glenfield has a population of 214 with a density of 261 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 7.9% Hispanic.

Population

214
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glenfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenfield is $101,875, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Glenfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,875
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,021
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenfield is $165,600, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,600
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.2%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
Glenfield has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,064 ft (324 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates40.5224°N, 80.1406°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.4%
5% above US avg
High School+96.5%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

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