Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Glenolden is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 7,207. Residents earn $71,145 per year, which is 5% below the national average.
Based on current data, Glenolden receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Glenolden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Glenolden is $71,145, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Glenolden is $203,100, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,185 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Glenolden is below the national average at 237 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,954 per 100,000, near the national average.
28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Glenolden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $71,145 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,717 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,407 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $113,369 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.0% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 14,424 |
| County GDP | $42,608M |
| Restaurants | 1,170 |
| Healthcare | 1,893 |
| Retail | 1,549 |
| Manufacturing | 312 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,088 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.97% |
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |
| Census Median | $203,100 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $237,053 |
| Median List Price | $232,000 |
| Median List Price | $232,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $209 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.3% |
| Price Drops | 38.5% |
| Inventory | 13 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,185 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,088 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.97% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,708/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Total Violent | 237.3/100K |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Murder | 55.8/100K |
| 786% above US avg | |
| Rape | 14.0/100K |
| Robbery | 125.6/100K |
| Assault | 41.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,954.2/100K |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 251.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,633.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 69.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 23.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,354/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8996°N, 75.2920°W |
| County FIPS | 42045 |
Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.2% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,354/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 28 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Restaurants | 1,170 |
| Retail Stores | 1,549 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Commute | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |