Glenwood, NC

North Carolina

Glenwood is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 181. Residents earn $115,125 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
181 Population 112/sq mi density
$115,125 Median Income $45,873 per capita
$175,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$115,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
81.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,125
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $175,800
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 81.5%
142% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans30.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,125
Per Capita$45,873
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,490M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation1,298 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+81.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries3

Is Glenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenwood receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Glenwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenwood is $115,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Glenwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenwood is $175,800, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Glenwood is a highly educated community — 81.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Glenwood has a population of 181 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

181
Total Population
112
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

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 $115,125, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Glenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,125
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,873
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$57,859

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,498
County GDP$2,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare136
Retail205
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,341
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenwood is $175,800, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,800
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,341
5% below US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Glenwood, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death13,778/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access33.8%
Healthcare Facilities136

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Glenwood has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,298 ft (396 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density112/sq mi
Coordinates35.6158°N, 81.9828°W
County FIPS37161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 81.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (142% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.8-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.6%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 47.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+81.5%
142% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density112/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities136
Restaurants113
Retail Stores205

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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