Glenwood, AL

Alabama

Glenwood is a small town in Alabama with a population of 180. Residents earn $40,114 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
180 Population 247/sq mi density
$40,114 Median Income $21,942 per capita
$40,000 Home Value
$766 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$40,114 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$40,000 home value, $766/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,114
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $40,000
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $766
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,114
Per Capita$21,942
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$606M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$40,000
Rent$766
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Elevation289 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+94.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries2

Is Glenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenwood receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Glenwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenwood is $40,114, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenwood is $40,000, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $766 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Glenwood has a population of 180 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 11.7% Black.

Population

180
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Glenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenwood is $40,114, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Glenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,114
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,942
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$52,628

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)300
County GDP$606M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail36
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenwood is $40,000, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $766 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$40,000
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$766
34% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Rate3.75%
In Glenwood, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death13,952/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access14.8%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Glenwood has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates31.6713°N, 86.1737°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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