Glenwood, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Mills County County
Glenwood, IA
At a Glance
How Glenwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Glenwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Glenwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Glenwood residents earn a median household income of $69,320 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,277. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 458 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Glenwood is $193,800 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $319,181. Median rent is $842/month, with 27.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Glenwood reports 57 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 671/100K.
Education
27.0% of adults in Glenwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Glenwood has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches.