Glenn Heights, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Glenn Heights is a small city in Texas with a population of 17,175. Residents earn $79,739 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
17,175 Population 2,362/sq mi density
$79,739 Median Income $32,706 per capita
$252,200 Home Value $328,289 Zillow
$1,544 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
371 Violent Crime/100K 2,325 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$79,739 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$252,200 home value, $1,544/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
371 violent crimes/100K (2% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,739
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $252,200
11% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 371/100K
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,544
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,175
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density2,362/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 31%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,739
Per Capita$32,706
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$10,768M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,200
Rent$1,544
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,289

Crime

F
Violent371/100K
Property2,325/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault244/100K
Burglary691/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation687 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+84.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Glenn Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenn Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Glenn Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenn Heights is $79,739, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenn Heights is $252,200, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,544 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Glenn Heights is below the national average at 371 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,325 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenn Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Glenn Heights has a population of 17,175 with a density of 2,362 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (44.8%), with 30.8% White, 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

17,175
Total Population
2,362
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenn Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.1%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.9%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Glenn Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenn Heights is $79,739, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Glenn Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,739
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,706
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$81,086

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,919
County GDP$10,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants344
Healthcare342
Retail451
Manufacturing181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenn Heights is $252,200, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,544 (33% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,289.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,200
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$328,289
Median List Price$350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$350,000
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold27
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops21.2%
Inventory52

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,544
33% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,245

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
In Glenn Heights, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Glenn Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death7,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities342
Glenn Heights has a violent crime rate of 371 per 100,000 residents, 2% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,325 per 100,000 (19% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent370.7/100K
2% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape50.6/100K
Robbery75.8/100K
Assault244.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,325.4/100K
19% above US avg
Burglary690.9/100K
Theft1,457.6/100K
Vehicle Theft176.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Glenn Heights has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation687 ft (209 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.8 km²)
Population Density2,362/sq mi
Coordinates32.5513°N, 96.8544°W
County FIPS48139
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,362/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities342
Restaurants344
Retail Stores451

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Work from Home11.5%

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