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Glidden, TX

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Glidden is a small town in Texas with a population of 341. Residents earn $71,071 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
341 Population 341/sq mi density
$71,071 Median Income $34,311 per capita
$24,600 Home Value $233,972 Zillow
69°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,071 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$24,600 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,071
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $24,600
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population341
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density341/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,071
Per Capita$34,311
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$1,207M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$24,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,972
Housing Units290
Rent Burden25.1%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured24.8%
Smoking15.8%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation238 ft (73 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+63.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries5

Is Glidden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glidden receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Glidden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glidden is $71,071, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glidden is $24,600, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Glidden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Glidden has a population of 341 with a density of 341 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.8%).

Population

341
Total Population
341
People / sq mi
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Glidden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.7%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.3%
260% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Glidden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glidden is $71,071, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Glidden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,071
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,311
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$74,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)643
County GDP$1,207M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare48
Retail89
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,234
107% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate29.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Glidden is $24,600, 91% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,972.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$24,600
91% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,972

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied30.3%
Housing Units290
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,234
107% above US avg
Effective Rate29.41%
In Glidden, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.1%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured24.8%
188% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,875
Dentists1:4,151
Mental Health1:2,640
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits46.7%
Premature Death11,859/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities48
Glidden has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation238 ft (73 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density341/sq mi
Coordinates29.6973°N, 96.5875°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 21.1%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+63.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density341/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants45
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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