Glens Falls, NY

New York · Washington County · Glens Falls Metro

Glens Falls is a small city in New York with a population of 14,678. Residents earn $70,089 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

14,678 Population 3,812/sq mi density

$70,089 Median Income $38,872 per capita

$195,800 Home Value $261,133 Zillow

$1,050 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent

45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr

196 Violent Crime/100K 699 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$70,089 median income, 2.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$195,800 home value, $1,050/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

196 violent crimes/100K (48% below avg)

B+

Education

3.7 / 5.0

33.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $70,089

7% lower than US avg

Home Value $195,800

31% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 196/100K

48% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 33.2%

1% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,050

10% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.2%

0% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.2%

42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,678

Median Age37.1 yrs

Density3,812/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans7.3%

Economy

Median Income$70,089

Per Capita$38,872

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty7.2%

County GDP$2,641M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$195,800

Rent$1,050

Ownership50.7%

Zillow$261,133

Housing Units7,210

Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

Violent196/100K

Property699/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault133/100K

Burglary126/100K

Health

Obesity32.2%

Uninsured6.3%

Smoking14.1%

Depression23.4%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain46.7 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation345 ft (105 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+33.2%

High School+89.6%

Graduate+13.6%

School Score5.24

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%

Commute20 min

Broadband88.5%

EV Stations7

Libraries9

Is Glens Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glens Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Glens Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glens Falls is $70,089, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glens Falls is $195,800, 31% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Glens Falls is below the national average at 196 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 699 per 100,000, 64% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Glens Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Glens Falls has a population of 14,678 with a density of 3,812 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 2.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.5% of residents. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,678

Total Population

3,812

People / sq mi

37.1yrs

Median Age

5% below US avg

4.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Glens Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.5%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.5%

66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glens Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glens Falls is $70,089, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,872. The average weekly wage is $1,195, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,294 business establishments, including 105 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Glens Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$70,089
	7% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,872
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,195
IRS Avg AGI	$61,845
Gini Index	0.413 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.2%
	42% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,294
County GDP	$2,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants	105
Healthcare	100
Retail	181
Manufacturing	87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,973
	99% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.6 min
Drive Alone	76.7%
Public Transit	0.6%
Work from Home	7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Glens Falls is $195,800, 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,133, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,315 for a one-bedroom to $1,579 for a two-bedroom apartment. 50.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,210 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $6,973 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$195,800
	31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$261,133
Median List Price	$267,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$267,900
$/Sq Ft	$180
Homes Sold	10
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.1%
Price Drops	25.0%
Inventory	24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,050
	10% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,375
Rent Burden	28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,215
1 Bedroom	$1,315
2 Bedrooms	$1,579
3 Bedrooms	$1,976
4 Bedrooms	$2,193

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	50.7%
Owner-Occupied	50.7%
Renter-Occupied	49.3%
Housing Units	7,210
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,973
	99% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.56%

In Glens Falls, 32.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 29.9% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 17.9% report binge drinking. 23.4% are physically inactive. 23.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 6.3% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,771. The dentist ratio is 1:4,680. 70.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Glens Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.2%
	0% below US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	29.9%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.1%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.4%
Depression	23.4%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.2%
Uninsured	6.3%
	27% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,771
Dentists	1:4,680
Mental Health	1:546
Checkup Rate	78.3%
Dental Visits	61.3%
Premature Death	8,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	70.7%
Healthcare Facilities	100

Glens Falls has a violent crime rate of 196 per 100,000 residents, 48% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 132.8 per 100,000, robbery at 7.0, rape at 55.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 699 per 100,000, 64% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 559, burglary at 126, vehicle theft at 14 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 11 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Glens Falls receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	195.7/100K
	48% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	55.9/100K
Robbery	7.0/100K
Assault	132.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	699.0/100K
	64% below US avg
Burglary	125.8/100K
Theft	559.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	14.0/100K
Arson	7.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11
Traffic Accidents	64
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Glens Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 345 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	45.2°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	345 ft (105 m)
Area	4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density	3,812/sq mi
Coordinates	43.3112°N, 73.6453°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Washington County County
Nearest Airport	Rutland/Southern Vermont Regional (RUT) 38 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"

23% above US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 3.94"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	56.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	37.2 / 100
Community Resilience	71.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.1 on Mar 11, 2020.

Apr 20, 2002	8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York	M5.3	134 km
Jun 17, 1991	7 km NE of Worcester, New York	M4.0	113 km
Apr 20, 2000	7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York	M3.8	86 km
Apr 20, 2002	5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York	M3.7	131 km
Jul 31, 1997	0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York	M3.2	144 km
Dec 13, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.2	90 km
May 24, 2002	6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York	M3.1	133 km
Mar 11, 2020	0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York	M3.1	2 km
Jul 24, 2007	12 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M3.1	88 km
May 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.1	91 km
Mar 2, 1995	3 km ENE of Tupper Lake, New York	M3.0	120 km
Jun 25, 2002	6 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York	M3.0	132 km
Sep 29, 1994	13 km WNW of North Creek, New York	M2.9	62 km
Oct 21, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.9	90 km
May 14, 2007	5 km ESE of Benson, Vermont	M2.8	54 km
Jul 23, 1996	15 km NNE of Saranac Lake, New York	M2.8	131 km
Mar 22, 2009	9 km SW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	85 km
Aug 27, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.8	79 km
Aug 25, 2011	5 km WSW of Altamont, New York	M2.7	79 km
Feb 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.7	90 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	268 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	172 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

103 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 128 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 10, 1989	EF4	90 km	0
May 22, 2014	EF3	70 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	45 km	0
Aug 20, 1968	EF3	72 km	0
Jun 24, 1960	EF3	60 km	0
May 29, 2013	EF2	69 km	0
Jun 5, 2002	EF2	76 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	81 km	0
Jun 11, 1976	EF2	6 km	0
Aug 28, 1973	EF2	80 km	0
Aug 28, 1973	EF2	46 km	0
May 29, 1969	EF2	46 km	0
Aug 11, 1966	EF2	95 km	0
Mar 1, 1966	EF2	84 km	0
Jul 9, 1962	EF2	85 km	0
Jul 9, 1962	EF2	93 km	0
Oct 24, 1955	EF2	93 km	0
Mar 22, 1955	EF2	50 km	0
Jul 16, 2024	EF1	62 km	0
Jul 16, 2024	EF1	35 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: EAST MOUNTAIN (964 ac, 2021).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2021	EAST MOUNTAIN	964	77 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	19°F (-7°C)	2.6 in	Coldest
February	23°F (-5°C)	2.1 in	Driest
March	33°F (1°C)	2.9 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.0 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.7 in
June	66°F (19°C)	3.5 in
July	70°F (21°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	69°F (20°C)	3.9 in	Wettest
September	60°F (16°C)	3.3 in
October	49°F (9°C)	3.2 in
November	38°F (4°C)	3.3 in
December	26°F (-3°C)	2.9 in

Glens Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 19°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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Glens Falls is located in Washington County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 33.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.6% of the vote, a 21.2-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 100 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%

D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11
Traffic Accidents	64
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	33.2%
	1% below US avg
High School+	89.6%
Graduate Degree+	13.6%
School Test Score	5.24

B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	3,812/sq mi
Total Area	4.0 sq mi
County	Washington County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.5%
Avg Download Speed	153.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	22.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	7
Alt Fuel Stations	7
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	100
Restaurants	105
Retail Stores	181

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.6 min
Drive Alone	76.7%
Public Transit	0.6%
Work from Home	7.1%

Average costs for common services in Glens Falls. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$270 ($162–$432)
Specialist Visit	$378 ($216–$593)
Urgent Care Visit	$216 ($108–$378)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,374 ($863–$5,395)
Dental Cleaning	$140 ($81–$216)
Dental Filling	$270 ($162–$432)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$81)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$81 ($54–$129)
Brake Pad Replacement	$324 ($162–$540)
Tire Rotation	$43 ($22–$81)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$647 ($432–$1,079)
Battery Replacement	$216 ($108–$378)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$108 ($65–$162)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$97 ($54–$151)
HVAC Repair	$432 ($162–$863)
HVAC System Install	$7,553 ($4,316–$12,948)
Roof Repair	$1,079 ($432–$2,158)
Roof Replacement	$9,711 ($5,935–$16,185)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,619 ($540–$3,777)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,185 ($5,395–$32,370)
DUI Defense	$5,395 ($2,158–$10,790)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,619 ($863–$3,237)
Will Preparation	$540 ($216–$1,079)
Trust Preparation	$2,698 ($1,079–$5,395)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$59 ($32–$108)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$162 ($81–$270)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour)	$86 ($54–$140)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.42 ($3.24–$5.93)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.78 ($2.70–$5.40)
Loaf of Bread	$4.10 ($2.70–$5.93)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.86 ($3.24–$7.01)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.93 ($4.32–$8.09)
Rice (per lb)	$1.08 ($0.65–$1.94)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$151 ($86–$270)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($32–$162)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($43–$129)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($43–$108)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$70 ($32–$108)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$162)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$216 ($81–$540)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,158 ($1,295–$3,777)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($32–$140)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.63–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$108 ($32–$270)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16–$81)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,295 ($647–$2,698)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,079 ($540–$2,158)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$432 ($216–$755)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$108)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,079 ($432–$2,698)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,488 ($5,395–$32,370)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($32–$108)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$108 ($54–$216)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($32–$108)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$43 ($22–$81)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$324 ($162–$540)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$216 ($108–$432)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,070
Toddler	$996
Preschool	$866
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$823
Toddler	$779
Preschool	$758

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Washington County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	2,426	86	$76,794	1.99
Retail Trade	1,836	182	$40,261	1.24
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,612	100	$49,290	0.76
Construction	838	145	$78,027	1.08
Accommodation & Food Services	672	88	$23,772	0.50
Administrative & Waste Services	644	78	$53,290	0.74
Agriculture & Forestry	426	70	$40,662	3.55
Other Services	368	101	$38,764	0.82
Finance & Insurance	243	46	$66,636	0.40
Professional & Technical Services	225	68	$47,210	0.22
Arts & Entertainment	199	32	$21,969	0.80
Mining & Oil/Gas	112	6	$46,874	2.00
Real Estate	97	30	$33,036	0.42
Information & Technology	76	19	$54,659	0.27
Unclassified	60	75	$34,908	2.90
Educational Services	59	8	$19,161	0.19
Management of Companies	16	4	$102,486	0.06

Hospitals in Glens Falls

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
GLENS FALLS HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(518) 926-1000

Schools in Glens Falls

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	High	601	51	11.8:1
GLENS FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	588	61	9.6:1
KENSINGTON ROAD SCHOOL	Elementary	280	22	12.7:1
JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL	Elementary	251	26	9.7:1
BIG CROSS STREET SCHOOL	Elementary	230	23	10.0:1
ABRAHAM WING SCHOOL	Elementary	155	15	10.3:1

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Radio Stations near Glens Falls

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WCKM	lake george	AAC+ 32 kbps
102.7 WEQX	alternative, alternative rock	MP3

National Parks Near Glens Falls

49 national parks and monuments found near Glens Falls.

Park	Type	Fee
Balance Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Bates Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Bomoseen State Park	State Park	Free
Branbury State Park	State Park	Free
Button Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Camp Plymouth State Park	State Park	Free
Cherry Plain State Park	State Park	Free
Clarksburg State Park	State Park	Free
Coltsville National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
D.A.R. State Park	State Park	Free
Deer Hill State Reservation	State Park	Free
Emerald Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods Natural Area	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Grafton Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Hudson River Islands State Park	State Park	Free
Jamaica State Park	State Park	Free
John Boyd Thacher State Park	State Park	Free
Kingsland Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Lauderdale Park	State Park	Free
Lake St. Catherine State Park	State Park	Free
Lock 6 State Canal Park	State Park	Free
Lock 9 State Canal Park	State Park	Free
Lowell Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Martin Van Buren National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Max V. Shaul State Park	State Park	Free
Mine Kill State Park	State Park	Free
Mohawk River State Park	State Park	Free
Molly Stark State Park	State Park	Free
Moreau Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Greylock State Reservation	State Park	Free
Mt. Philo State Park	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New York State Lands	State Park	Free
Peebles Island State Park	State Park	Free
Rensselaer Riverfront Park	State Park	Free
Rood State Park	State Park	Free
Saratoga National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Saratoga Spa State Park	State Park	Free
Schodack Island State Park	State Park	Free
Sefcovic	State Park	Free
Shaftsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Taconic Mountains Ramble	State Park	Free
Taconic Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Wahconah Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Western Gateway Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Weybridge Cave State Park	State Park	Free
Woodford State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Glens Falls

1 trails found near Glens Falls.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
BALD MOUNTAIN	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Historical Trends — Glens Falls

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	14,531	$45,538
2015	14,290	$45,395
2017	14,426	$48,716
2019	14,264	$50,071
2021	14,722	$60,907
2023	14,542	$70,089

Museums in Glens Falls

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
FRANCES YOUNG TANG TEACHING MUSEUM & ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$213,630,856
SCHICK ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5185805049	$213,630,856
YADDO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5185840746	$4,300,143
HYDE COLLECTION	GENERAL MUSEUM		5187921761	$3,010,857
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF RACING	GENERAL MUSEUM		5185840400	$1,695,165
LAKE GEORGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5186683558	$1,450,776
KATHERINE DUNHAM ARCHIVES & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$996,959
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF DANCE	GENERAL MUSEUM		5185842225	$996,959
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		5185845540	$394,705
SARATOGA SPRINGS PRESERVATION FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	112 SPRING STREET	5185875030	$247,605
GLENS FALLS QUEENSBURY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$233,655
WORLD AWARENESS CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		5187932773	$209,132
FORT EDWARD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	29 BROADWAY	5187479600	$157,053
SARATOGA SPRINGS UNIVERSAL PRESERVATION HALL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5185842627	$103,982
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5185846920	$102,305
NEW YORK STATE MILITARY MUSEUM AND RESEARCH CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM		5185815100	$81,809
GRANT COTTAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM	1000 MOUNT MCGREGOR ROAD	5185844353	$61,107
WHITEHALL SKENE MANOR PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5184991906	$46,923
WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$37,540
BOLTON TOWN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5186449960
CANAL STREET ARTS CENTER	ART MUSEUM		5186953147
CENTER FOR FOLKLIFE HISTORY & CULTURAL PROGRAMS	GENERAL MUSEUM
CHAPMAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5187932826
CLARA GRANT WALWORTH TRUST	HISTORY MUSEUM
CORINTH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5186542862
ELISHA STRAIGHT HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT WILLIAM HENRY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GREENFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HADLEY-LAKE LUZER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5186964520
HARTFORD HISTORICAL GROUP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1 ELIZABETH STREET
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MOREAU	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5187457741
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TOWN OF BOLTON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5186449960
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WHITEHALL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	12 WILLIAM STREET
JOHN THURMAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5187439419
KINNEAR MUSEUM OF LOCAL HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM	52 MAIN ST	5186964520
LAKE GEORGE ANTIQUE BOAT & AUT	GENERAL MUSEUM		5186442868
LAKE GEORGE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5186685044
MARCELLA SEMBRICH OPERA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 4174800 LAKESHOR	5186449839
NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK RAILROAD PRESERVATION GROUP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD FORT HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5187479700
VISUAL ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
WARREN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5187430734
WARREN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	195 SUNNYSIDE ROAD	5187430734
WARRENSBURGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5186232207
WASHINGTON COUNTY FARM MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5186922464
WILTON HERITAGE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5185833645

Libraries in Glens Falls

Name	Address	Annual Visits
SARATOGA SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY	49 HENRY STREET	500,000
CRANDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY	251 GLEN STREET	405,547
GREENWICH FREE LIBRARY	148 MAIN STREET	40,362
SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	52 FERRY STREET	31,363
HUDSON FALLS FREE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	220 MAIN STREET	26,695
RICHARDS LIBRARY	36 ELM STREET	16,653
CORINTH FREE LIBRARY	89 MAIN STREET	16,042
HADLEY-LUZERNE PUBLIC LIBRARY	19 MAIN STREET	14,934
CALDWELL-LAKE GEORGE LIBRARY	336 CANADA STREET	8,993
ARGYLE FREE LIBRARY	21 SHERIDAN STREET	7,248
WHITEHALL FREE LIBRARY	12 WILLIAMS STREET	5,372
FORT EDWARD FREE LIBRARY	23 EAST STREET	4,381
HILLVIEW FREE LIBRARY	3717 LAKE SHORE DRIVE	1,313

Farmers Markets in Glens Falls

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bolton Landing Chamber of Commerce Farmers' Market	7 Goodman Ave				Visit
Gansevoort Farmers Market	Broadway Bowl, Rt 4, Across from McDonalds
Glens Falls Farmers Market Association	10 Sanford St		Sun: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Greenwich Farmers' Market	106 Main Street	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Husdon Falls Farmers Market	Broadway Bowl, Rt 4, Across from McDonalds
Market Place Thursdays	315 Old Corinth Rd	06/30/2016 to 10/13/2016	Thu: 9:30 AM-1:00 PM;
Queensbury Farmers Market	Sweet Basil parking lot, Route9, Queensbury	05/26/2014 to	Mon: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Saratoga Farmers' Market - Outdoor Market (May-October)	High Rock Park, High Rock Park Ave	05/04/2016 to 10/29/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Saratoga Farmers' Market - Winter Market	65 South Broadway, Saratoga Spa State Park	11/05/2016 to 04/29/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Spa City Farmers' Market	65 South Broadway	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Warrensburgh Riverfront Farmers' Market	173 River Street	May to October	Fri:3:00 pm - 6:00 pm;	Yes	Visit
Whitehall Farmers Market	Saunders St

Breweries in Glens Falls

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bavarian House Restaurant, Adirondack Pub & Brewery	American Restaurant, Restaurant, Brewery, Pub, and American Restaurant, Pub, Brewery	33 Canada St	5186680002, 15186680002, 5186682476	Visit
Common Roots Brewing Company	Brewery	58 Saratoga Ave	5184098248	Visit
Davidson Brothers Brewing Company	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pubs, Grill Restaurants, Brewery, Rock Club, and Wings Joint	184 Glen St	5187430354, 5187439026	Visit
Druthers Brew Pub	Restaurant, Brewery, Pub, and Restaurant, Pub, Brewery	381 Broadway	5183065275	Visit
Hoppy Trails Brew Bus	Distillery Tours, Brewery Tours, Wine Tours & Tastings, Bus Tours, Tours & Activities, Food & Drink,	317 Glen Lake Rd	15183613087
Humbuggs	Restaurant, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants	569 Gansevoort Rd	5187454410, 5187454510	Visit
Mac's Bar	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, food and drink, Breweries & Brew Pubs, tavern, recreation, Taverns, Bar & Gr	14 Eddy St	5187469249
Olde Saratoga Brewing Company	Brewery	131 Excelsior Ave	5185810680

Nursing Homes in Glens Falls

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
THE PINES AT GLENS FALLS CTR FOR NRSG & REHAB 170 WARREN STREET	For profit - Limited Liability company	120	120	2/5	—	1/5	5/5	5187935163
THE STANTON NURSING AND REHAB CENTRE 152 SHERMAN AVENUE	For profit - Corporation	120	113	1/5	—	1/5	3/5	5187932575

Pharmacies in Glens Falls

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
GOLUB CORPORATION	100 BROAD ST	518-798-3700
MARTINS FOODS OF SOUTH BURLINGTON, INC	175 BROAD ST	518-793-0843
RITE AID - 10717	124 RIDGE STREET	518-792-0538
RITE AID - 760	10 BROAD STREET	518-792-1131

Daycare Centers in Glens Falls

8 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
A CHILD'S WORLD 35 HOMER AVENUE	CENTER BASED — DCC	(518) 798-0290	OPEN
IT'S A KIDZ WORLD 86 SOUTH ST.	CENTER BASED — DCC	(518) 798-8820	OPEN
LITTLE RASCALS FAMILY DAYCARE CENTER 7 LUZERNE ROAD	CENTER BASED — DCC	(518) 502-1009	OPEN
WARREN COUNTY HEAD START AT GLENS FALLS 11 PEARL ST.	HEAD START — DCC	(518) 793-3624	OPEN
YMCA AFTER SCHOOL KARE - ABRAHAM WING SCHOOL 120 LAWRENCE STREET	CENTER BASED — SACC	(518) 793-3878	OPEN
YMCA AFTER SCHOOL KARE - BIG CROSS STREET SCHOOL 15 BIG CROSS STREET	CENTER BASED — SACC	(518) 792-2619	OPEN
YMCA AFTER SCHOOL KARE - JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL 24 JACKSON AVENUE	CENTER BASED — SACC	(518) 793-3878 EXT 1	OPEN
YMCA AFTER SCHOOL KARE - KENSINGTON ROAD SCHOOL 45 KENSINGTON ROAD	CENTER BASED — SACC	(518) 793-3878 EXT 1	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Glens Falls

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
14 HUDSON 14 HUDSON 1.1	14 Hudson Ave	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
14 HUDSON 14 HUDSON 1.2	14 Hudson Ave	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
BROADSTCW ADK CAR WASH 1	203 Broad St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
MUNICIPAL EVSE COOL INSURING	1 Civic Center Plaza	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
MUNICIPAL EVSE DPW	230 Dix Ave	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
MUNICIPAL EVSE ELM STREET LOT	28 Elm St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
MUNICIPAL EVSE HOCKE RINK 2	Fire rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
MUNICIPAL EVSE HOCKEY ICE RINK	Fire rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
MUNICIPAL EVSE MURRAY STREET	39 Murray St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
MUNICIPAL EVSE PARK STREET 1	50-54 Park St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
MUNICIPAL EVSE PARK STREET 2	50-54 Park St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
NATIONAL GRID GLENS FALLS	126 South St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
THE HYDE STATION 1	153 Warren St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
THE HYDE STATION 2	153 Warren St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
UEM CAR CHARGER CHARGER 1	9 Pruyns Island Dr	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
UEM CAR CHARGER CHARGER 2	9 Pruyns Island Dr	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Glens Falls

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
28 Coach Road	LTOWER	80
(Aviation & Dixon) 1127 West Mountain Road	MTOWER	38
(Aviation & Dixon) 1127 West Mountain Road	MTOWER	38
1988 PROSPECT MOUNTAIN PARKWAY	GTOWER	37
PROSPECT MOUNTAIN: 100 Prospect Mountain	LTOWER	34
PROSPECT MOUNTAIN: 100 Prospect Mountain	LTOWER	34
21 Thyme-Lea Place	TOWER	27
21 Thyme-Lea Place	TOWER	27

Fire Stations in Glens Falls

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Glens Falls Fire Department	134 Ridge ST	Career			518-761-3822

Power Plants Near Glens Falls

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
FINCH PAPER	WOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS	221117	-73.6	OP
BROOKFIELD POWER GLEN FALLS HYDRO	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-73.6	OP
SPIER FALLS	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-73.8	OP

Bridges in Glens Falls

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	2022	40	17,239	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2004	712	12,988	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	65	12,988	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2008	45	4,956	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1931	44	1,274	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1947	64	795	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1933	55	472	F

Amtrak Stations in Glens Falls

4 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Fort Edward-Glens Falls, NY	70 East Street	TRAIN
Glens Falls, NY	2 Hudson Avenue	BUS
Saratoga Springs, NY	26 Station Lane	TRAIN
Whitehall, NY	154 Main Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Glens Falls

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
SOUTH GLENS FALLS ENERGY LLC	1 HUDSON ST	SARATOGA
SOUTH GLENS FALLS ENERGY LLC	1 HUDSON ST	SARATOGA
WHEELABRATOR HUDSON FALLS	93 RIVER ST	WASHINGTON

Airports Near Glens Falls

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Albany International Airport	ALB	Large Airport
Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport	GFL	Medium Airport
Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport	RUT	Medium Airport
Schenectady County Airport	SCH	Medium Airport
Alexander Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Amsterdam Airfield	—	Small Airport
Apex Airport	—	Small Airport
Archdale Meadows Airport	—	Small Airport
Ardell Flying Field	—	Small Airport
Argyle Airport	—	Small Airport
August Field	—	Small Airport
Axinn Airport	—	Small Airport
Bennetts Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Heron Airport	—	Small Airport
Brisson Airport	—	Small Airport
Chapin Field	—	Small Airport
Duanesburg Airport	—	Small Airport
Equinox Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Fulton County Airport	—	Small Airport
Galway Airport	—	Small Airport
Gar Field	—	Small Airport
Garnseys Airport	—	Small Airport
Granville Airport	—	Small Airport
Harriman and West Airport	—	Small Airport
Harris Airport	—	Small Airport
Hart Airport	—	Small Airport
Heber Airpark	—	Small Airport
Hogan Airport	—	Small Airport
Hulett Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Iwan Airfield	—	Small Airport
Jerry Phibbs Airport	—	Small Airport
Johnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Lewis Field	—	Small Airport
Mach Personal Strip	—	Small Airport
Manning Personal Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Mariaville Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Meerwarth Airport	—	Small Airport
Melrose Springs Airfield	—	Small Airport
Middlebury State Airport	—	Small Airport
Mortimer Brown Landing	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Airport	—	Small Airport
Murphys Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Papp Airpark	—	Small Airport
Plateau Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Rensselaer County Airport	—	Small Airport
Round Lake Airport and Seaplane Base	—	Small Airport
Russell Field	—	Small Airport
Saratoga County Airport	—	Small Airport
Schroon Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Sherwood Farm Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Glens Falls

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Glens Falls Police Department	42 Ridge Street
Hudson Falls Police Department
New York State Police
New York State Police
Saratoga Springs Police Department
South Glens Falls Police Department
Warren County Sheriff	1400 State Route 9
Washington County Sheriff's Office & Law Enforcement Center

Grocery Stores in Glens Falls

17 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CUMBERLAND FARMS 1610	Convenience Store	84 Bay St
Cumberland Farms 1504	Convenience Store	410 Quaker Rd
CVS PHARMACY 2091	Other	5 Main St
CVS PHARMACY 419	Other	216 Quaker Rd
Family Dollar 7546	Other	40 Dix Ave
GLENS FALLS FARMERS MARKET ASSOC	Farmers and Markets	57 South St
Hannaford Food & Drug 8374	Super Store	175 Broad St
Hannaford Supermarket & Pharmacy 8360	Super Store	190 Quaker Rd
Pure N' Simple	Convenience Store	4 E Washington St
RIDGE ST YOGI MART INC	Convenience Store	127 Ridge St
STEWART'S SHOP 117	Convenience Store	118 Broad St
STEWART'S SHOP 159	Convenience Store	196 Warren St
STEWART'S SHOP 218	Convenience Store	250 Ridge St
STEWART'S SHOP 380	Convenience Store	360 Glen St
Stewarts Shop 396	Convenience Store	402 Bay Rd
Tennybrook Glens Falls 925	Convenience Store	150 Broad St
Walgreens 12733	Other	202 Broad St

Treatment Centers in Glens Falls

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
820 River Street Inc - The Baywood Center	Substance Abuse	518-798-4221
ACCA Quaker Road - Stabil Rehab	Substance Abuse	518-407-0563
Saint Peters Hosp City of Albany - Outpatient Clinic 1	Substance Abuse	518-885-6884
Saratoga County Addiction Services	Substance Abuse	518-587-8800

Churches & Religious Organizations in Glens Falls

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CALVARY ASSEMBLY OF GOD	100 SHERMAN AVE
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	11 GRANT AVE
CHOSEN LIFE MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 865
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	100 MAPLE ST
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH	543 GLEN ST
SOUTHERN ADIRONDACK CHILD CARE NETWORK INC	16 PEARL ST STE 209

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Frequently Asked Questions About Glens Falls

What is the population of Glens Falls?

Glens Falls has a population of 14,678 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 3,812 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Glens Falls expensive to live in?

Glens Falls is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $70,089, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $195,800 (31% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Glens Falls safe?

Glens Falls is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 196 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 699 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Glens Falls receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Glens Falls?

Glens Falls has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Glens Falls?

The job market in Glens Falls is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,195. There are 1,294 business establishments in the area, including 105 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 7.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Glens Falls?

The median home value in Glens Falls is $195,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,133. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,050. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 50.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,973.

How are the schools in Glens Falls?

Schools in Glens Falls score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 33.2% of adults in Glens Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Glens Falls?

The obesity rate in Glens Falls is 32.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 23.4% are physically inactive. 23.4% of residents report depression. 6.3% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 70.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,771.

What is transportation like in Glens Falls?

The average commute in Glens Falls is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Glens Falls?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Glens Falls is 90.8% White, 2.9% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 95.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.5% speak Spanish. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 16.0% of residents have a disability. 93.2% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

South Glens Falls, NY 3,739 pop · 1.3 mi Glens Falls North, NY 9,148 pop · 2.5 mi West Glens Falls, NY 9,967 pop · 2.6 mi Hudson Falls, NY 7,401 pop · 3.2 mi Fort Edward, NY 3,160 pop · 4.3 mi Lake Luzerne, NY 1,171 pop · 10.0 mi Hadley, NY 1,151 pop · 10.1 mi Corinth, NY 2,568 pop · 10.4 mi Schuylerville, NY 1,706 pop · 14.9 mi Warrensburg, NY 3,285 pop · 15.2 mi Greenwich, NY 1,606 pop · 17.2 mi Saratoga Springs, NY 28,542 pop · 18.1 mi Whitehall, NY 2,693 pop · 19.4 mi Granville, NY 2,270 pop · 20.4 mi

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