Glenwood, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Lake County County
Glenwood, IL
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 $71,376 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,180. The unemployment rate stands at 16.5% (358% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,872 business establishments, including 1,110 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Glenwood is $182,900 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $222,050. Median rent is $1,639/month, with 40.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Safety & Crime
Glenwood reports 221 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,767/100K.
Education
36.9% of adults in Glenwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Glenwood has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.