Glenmont, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Glenmont is a small city in Maryland with a population of 16,529. Residents earn $115,058 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
16,529 Population 5,903/sq mi density
$115,058 Median Income $48,491 per capita
$542,300 Home Value
$1,959 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$115,058 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$542,300 home value, $1,959/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,058
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $542,300
92% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.4%
32% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,959
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16,529
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density5,903/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 24%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,058
Per Capita$48,491
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$117,390M
Commute35 min

Housing

A
Home Value$542,300
Rent$1,959
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation381 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.4%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 75%
Commute35 min
Libraries22

Is Glenmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenmont receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Glenmont stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenmont is $115,058, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Glenmont among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenmont is $542,300, making it a premium housing market at 92% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,959 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenmont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Glenmont has a population of 16,529 with a density of 5,903 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (25.9%), with 24% White.

Population

16,529
Total Population
5,903
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.6%
50% below US avg
Spanish60.4%
351% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Glenmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenmont is $115,058, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Glenmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,058
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,491
Avg Weekly Wage$1,817
IRS Avg AGI$132,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)35,443
County GDP$117,390M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,941
Healthcare3,931
Retail2,357
Manufacturing336

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,769
122% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Work from Home19.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenmont is $542,300, 92% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,959 (68% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$542,300
92% above US avg
Median List Price$685,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$685,000
$/Sq Ft$284
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,959
68% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,769
122% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Glenmont, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress13.6%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death4,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access99.9%
Healthcare Facilities3,931

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Glenmont has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density5,903/sq mi
Coordinates39.0704°N, 77.0466°W
County FIPS24031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 44.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 53.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21.9%
D 75.2%

Winner: Democrat by 53.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.4%
32% above US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,903/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities3,931
Restaurants1,941
Retail Stores2,357

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Work from Home19.1%

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