Glenvar, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Glenvar is a small town in Virginia with a population of 865. Residents earn $46,125 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
865 Population 622/sq mi density
$46,125 Median Income $33,867 per capita
$264,400 Home Value
$1,059 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,125 median income, 1.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$264,400 home value, $1,059/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,125
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $264,400
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,059
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population865
Median Age74.5 yrs
Density622/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,125
Per Capita$33,867
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty0.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$264,400
Rent$1,059
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation1,092 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
CommuteN/A
Libraries1

Is Glenvar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenvar receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Glenvar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenvar is $46,125, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenvar is $264,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,059 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenvar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Glenvar has a population of 865 with a density of 622 people per square mile. The median age is 74.5 years, 92% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

865
Total Population
622
People / sq mi
74.5yrs
Median Age
92% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28.3%
Female 71.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenvar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glenvar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenvar is $46,125, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Glenvar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,125
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,867
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$75,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,123

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare145
Retail140
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,264
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenvar is $264,400, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,059 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$264,400
6% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,059
9% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,264
22% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Glenvar, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death10,541/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access90.3%
Healthcare Facilities145

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Glenvar has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall18.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,092 ft (333 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density622/sq mi
Coordinates37.2762°N, 80.1264°W
County FIPS51775
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density622/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants91
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home14.9%

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