Glenwood, IN

Indiana

Glenwood is a small town in Indiana with a population of 403. Residents earn $47,167 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
403 Population 2,121/sq mi density
$47,167 Median Income $29,354 per capita
$87,300 Home Value $203,157 Zillow
$1,110 Median Rent 24.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,167 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,300 home value, $1,110/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,167
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,300
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,110
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population403
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density2,121/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,167
Per Capita$29,354
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$698M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,300
Rent$1,110
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,157
Rent Burden24.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation1,075 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+94.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute25 min
Broadband83.1%
Libraries2

Is Glenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 $47,167, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenwood is $87,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Glenwood has a population of 403 with a density of 2,121 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

403
Total Population
2,121
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

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 $47,167, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Glenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,167
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,354
Avg Weekly Wage$851
IRS Avg AGI$50,210

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$698M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare58
Retail72
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenwood is $87,300, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,110 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,157.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,300
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,157

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,110
5% below US avg
Rent Burden24.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Glenwood, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death15,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Glenwood has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall15.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,075 ft (328 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,121/sq mi
Coordinates39.6256°N, 85.3024°W
County FIPS18041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.3-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,121/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants45
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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