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Glenford, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Glenford is a small town in Ohio with a population of 274. Residents earn $85,833 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
274 Population 2,491/sq mi density
$85,833 Median Income $31,425 per capita
$170,300 Home Value $313,595 Zillow
$541 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,300 home value, $541/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,833
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $170,300
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $541
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density2,491/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,833
Per Capita$31,425
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$937M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,300
Rent$541
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$313,595
Housing Units95
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking17.4%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation838 ft (255 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries8

Is Glenford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenford 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, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Glenford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenford is $85,833, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenford is $170,300, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $541 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Glenford has a population of 274 with a density of 2,491 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

274
Total Population
2,491
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glenford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenford is $85,833, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Glenford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,833
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,425
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)601
County GDP$937M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,456
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenford is $170,300, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $541 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,595.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,300
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,595

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$541
53% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.1%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,456
27% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Glenford, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death11,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities69
Glenford has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation838 ft (255 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,491/sq mi
Coordinates39.8862°N, 82.3197°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.5-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,491/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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