Glenwood, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Glenwood is a small town in Washington with a population of 246. Residents earn $85,833 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
246 Population 262/sq mi density
$85,833 Median Income $38,237 per capita
$219,400 Home Value $362,993 Zillow
$794 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$85,833 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,400 home value, $794/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,833
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $219,400
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $794
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population246
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans19.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,833
Per Capita$38,237
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$432M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,400
Rent$794
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$362,993
Rent Burden23.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Elevation1,919 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute20 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries3

Is Glenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenwood receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. 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 $85,833, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenwood is $219,400, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $794 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches, including 65.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Glenwood has a population of 246 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

246
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenwood is $85,833, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Glenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,833
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,237
Avg Weekly Wage$1,063
IRS Avg AGI$119,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$432M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare17
Retail25
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,198
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone58.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenwood is $219,400, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $794 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $362,993.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,400
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$362,993

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$794
32% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,198
77% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Glenwood, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate65.4%
Premature Death5,866/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Glenwood has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.8 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall65.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,919 ft (585 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates46.0228°N, 121.2926°W
County FIPS53059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.1-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 11.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.36
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants26
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone58.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

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