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Glouster, OH

Ohio · Athens County

Glouster is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,556. Residents earn $37,639 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,556 Population 1,188/sq mi density
$37,639 Median Income $20,609 per capita
$75,300 Home Value $82,206 Zillow
$761 Median Rent 34.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
167 Violent Crime/100K 1,893 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$37,639 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,300 home value, $761/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
167 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $37,639
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,300
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 167/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $761
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.6%
58% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,556
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density1,188/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,639
Per Capita$20,609
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$2,745M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,300
Rent$761
Ownership67.0%
Zillow$82,206
Housing Units762
Rent Burden34.5%

Crime

F
Violent167/100K
Property1,893/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault167/100K
Burglary334/100K

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking22.2%
Depression32.0%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+86.1%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute29 min
Broadband77.2%
EV Stations7
Libraries8

Is Glouster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glouster receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Glouster has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glouster is $37,639, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glouster is $75,300, 73% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $761 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Glouster is below the national average at 167 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,893 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Glouster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Glouster has a population of 1,556 with a density of 1,188 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.5% of residents. 7.1% of the population are veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,556
Total Population
1,188
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Glouster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glouster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glouster is $37,639, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,609 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $964, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,359 business establishments, including 154 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 6.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Glouster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,639
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,609
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$58,394
Gini Index0.495 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.6%
58% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,359
County GDP$2,745M

Business (County)

Restaurants154
Healthcare148
Retail169
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,988
43% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Glouster is $75,300, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $82,206. Homes sell for 66.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $761 (35% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 762 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1947. The average annual property tax is $4,988 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,300
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$82,206
Median List Price$107,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$107,250
$/Sq Ft$18
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio66.9%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$761
35% below US avg
Rent Burden34.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.0%
Owner-Occupied67.0%
Renter-Occupied33.0%
Housing Units762
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,988
43% above US avg
Effective Rate6.62%
In Glouster, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.1% of residents, above the national average. 37.5% have high blood pressure. 22.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.6% report binge drinking. 30.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 32.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.4% experience frequent mental distress. 10.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,591. The dentist ratio is 1:4,213. 72.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.5%
Asthma12.3%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.2%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression32.0%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep42.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,591
Dentists1:4,213
Mental Health1:150
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits50.1%
Premature Death9,988/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities148
Glouster has a violent crime rate of 167 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 167.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,893 per 100,000, 3% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,559, burglary at 334, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Glouster receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent167.0/100K
56% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault167.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,893.1/100K
3% below US avg
Burglary334.1/100K
Theft1,559.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity3.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Glouster experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,188/sq mi
Coordinates39.5023°N, 82.0841°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAthens County County
Nearest AirportMid-Ohio Valley Regional (PKB)
36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.2"
14% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.48"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score68.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability50.5 / 100
Community Resilience54.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on May 9, 2025.

Feb 19, 1995 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio M3.6 127 km
Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 12 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 45 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 70 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 142 km
Jun 3, 2017 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio M3.4 82 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 144 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 53 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 78 km
Apr 22, 2025 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio M3.1 68 km
Apr 24, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M3.1 62 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 74 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 115 km
May 9, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.9 62 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 64 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 146 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 71 km
Apr 29, 2025 1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.8 64 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 125 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

225 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 185 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Sep 16, 2010 EF3 46 km 1
Oct 13, 1999 EF3 78 km 0
May 31, 1985 EF3 92 km 1
Feb 22, 1971 EF3 89 km 0
Sep 3, 1970 EF3 78 km 0
Jun 5, 2024 EF2 69 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 71 km 0
Feb 28, 2024 EF2 88 km 0
Feb 28, 2024 EF2 85 km 0
Jun 8, 2022 EF2 58 km 0
May 27, 2019 EF2 55 km 0
Apr 20, 2011 EF2 67 km 0
Sep 16, 2010 EF2 18 km 0
Sep 16, 2010 EF2 40 km 0
Oct 11, 2006 EF2 89 km 0
Oct 11, 2006 EF2 94 km 0
Jul 10, 2003 EF2 47 km 0
May 8, 2002 EF2 74 km 0
Sep 20, 2000 EF2 95 km 0
Jun 15, 2000 EF2 88 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 127 (1,349 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 127 1,349 93 km
2022 LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 37-38 1,050 6 km
2021 LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 1-12 1,037 9 km
2022 LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 11-19 936 9 km
2022 LONG RIDGE RX UNIT 24 709 9 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in Wettest
June 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
December 33°F (1°C) 3.1 in

Glouster has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.5").

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Glouster is located in Athens County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 11.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.9% of the vote, a 10.8-point margin. 77.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 148 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.2%
D 54.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity3.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+86.1%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,188/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyAthens County County

Services

Broadband Access77.2%
Avg Download Speed85.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants154
Retail Stores169

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%
Average costs for common services in Glouster. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit $325 ($186–$510)
Urgent Care Visit $186 ($93–$325)
Emergency Room Visit $2,042 ($742–$4,640)
Dental Cleaning $121 ($70–$186)
Dental Filling $232 ($139–$371)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $557 ($371–$928)
Battery Replacement $186 ($93–$325)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair $371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install $6,496 ($3,712–$11,136)
Roof Repair $928 ($371–$1,856)
Roof Replacement $8,352 ($5,104–$13,920)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,392 ($464–$3,248)
Divorce (Contested) $13,920 ($4,640–$27,840)
DUI Defense $4,640 ($1,856–$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,392 ($742–$2,784)
Will Preparation $464 ($186–$928)
Trust Preparation $2,320 ($928–$4,640)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full) $139 ($70–$232)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$121)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.25 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread $3.53 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.18 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.10 ($3.71–$6.96)
Rice (per lb) $0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly) $79 ($46–$139)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $186 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,856 ($1,114–$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,114 ($557–$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $928 ($464–$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly) $371 ($186–$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $928 ($371–$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,600 ($4,640–$27,840)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $93 ($46–$186)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter $186 ($93–$371)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,277
Toddler$1,147
Preschool$1,005
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$823
Preschool$758
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Athens County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,350 177 $58,200 1.10
Accommodation & Food Services 2,681 146 $19,483 1.39
Retail Trade 2,606 175 $32,568 1.23
Manufacturing 665 41 $65,067 0.38
Construction 530 95 $58,683 0.48
Other Services 440 105 $37,317 0.69
Professional & Technical Services 417 131 $61,031 0.28
Finance & Insurance 413 68 $67,372 0.48
Wholesale Trade 403 34 $53,463 0.48
Administrative & Waste Services 377 57 $35,096 0.30
Management of Companies 310 5 $67,652 0.87
Real Estate 272 66 $43,829 0.83
Information & Technology 197 39 $57,196 0.50
Transportation & Warehousing 182 29 $54,630 0.20
Arts & Entertainment 107 12 $26,431 0.30
Utilities 77 6 $116,783 0.95
Educational Services 47 15 $24,635 0.11
Mining & Oil/Gas 26 6 $39,584 0.32
Agriculture & Forestry 22 6 $39,457 0.13

Schools in Glouster

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Trimble Elementary School Elementary 344 26 13.2:1
Trimble Junior High Middle 191 12 15.9:1
Trimble High School High 188 14 13.4:1
Trimble Learning Academy High 6 0 —
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Radio Stations near Glouster

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Nothing But Oldies 50s, 60s MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Glouster

1 campgrounds found near Glouster.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Dillon Lake Group Picnic Shelter 5.0/5 1 $50

National Parks Near Glouster

31 national parks and monuments found near Glouster.

ParkTypeFee
Adena State Memorial State Park Free
Alum Creek State Park State Park Free
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park State Park Free
Blue Rock State Park State Park Free
Buckeye Lake State Park State Park Free
Burr Oak State Park State Park Free
Delaware State Park State Park Free
Forked Run State Park State Park Free
Gahanna Woods Park State Park Free
Great Seal State Park State Park Free
Hocking Hills State Park State Park Free
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Howes State Park State Park Free
Jackson Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Alma State Park State Park Free
Lake Hope State Park State Park Free
Lake Logan State Park State Park Free
Lake White Sp State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 3 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 4 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 5 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River Parkway State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River State Park State Park Free
North Bend State Park State Park Free
Ohio River Forked Run State Park State Park Free
Salt Fork State Park State Park Free
Story Mound State Memorial State Park Free
Tar Hollow State Park State Park Free
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park State Park Free
Wolf Run State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Glouster

98 trails found near Glouster.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
STONE CHURCH MAIN LOOP 17.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MAIN CORRIDOR TRAIL 16.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
NCT ATHENS CENTRAL 16.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WILDCAT HOLLOW TRAIL 14.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DORR RUN LOOP 13.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
NCT ATHENS WEST 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NEBO SPIRIT TRAIL 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WILD TURKEY TRAIL 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NCT ATHENS CENTRAL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TIPPLE TOP TRAIL 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
THE UNDERGROUND TRAIL 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
LONG RIDGE TRAIL 3.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
PURDUM LOOP 3.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
BOWL TRAIL 3.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
GORGES CURVES TRAIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
HOLLER COLLAR TRAIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NEW STRAITSVILLE LOOP 2.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
BLUE DEVIL TRAIL 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
COAL TRAIN TRAIL 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NCT ATHENS CENTRAL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SALAMEANDER TRAIL 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SALT WORKS TRAIL 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
STAR BRICK TRAIL 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SNAKE HOLLOW TRAIL 2.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
CAWTHORN TRAIL 2.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
NCT ATHENS WEST 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KACKLEMACKER LOOP 2.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
MINE SHAFT TRAIL 2.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
NCT ATHENS CENTRAL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BREAKER BOY TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
DEER STAND LOOP 1.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
CORPS TOUR TRAIL 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
LOST MARBLES TRAIL 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
1985 LOOP TRAIL 1.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
GREENDALE CONNECTOR 1.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
NCT ATHENS CENTRAL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ORBISTON LOOP 1.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
CCC #2 TRAIL 1.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
STONE CHURCH SHORTCUT TRAIL 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PARAMOUNT LOOP SOUTH 1.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
PARAMOUNT LOOP NORTH 1.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
GREENDALE TRAIL 1.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
KNIGHTS LABOR TRAIL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
THRILLIUM TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SUNDAY TRAIL 1.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
MISSING CREEK LOOP 1.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
BULLFROG LOOP TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
KACKLEMACKER LOOP 1.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
WOOD THRUSH TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HACKSAW TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
LAKEVIEW TRAIL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NCT ATHENS EAST 1.0 Yes — —
BEECH DROP TRAIL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
1985 LOOP WEST TRAIL 0.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
OAK RUSH TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
TIMBER ROAD TRAIL 0.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
DAWLEY CONNECTOR 0.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
ORBISTON CONNECTOR 0.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TILL HILL TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
TANAGER TWIST 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
DOANVILLE SCHOOL TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
ROCKING HORSE LOOP 0.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
BOBCAT ROMP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
HELIPAD TRAIL 0.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
NEW STRAITSVILLE CONNECTOR 0.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
BEAR-CORN PLUNGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
TRUETOWN TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
STONE CHURCH CAMP CONNECTOR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
BOWL TRAIL NORTH 0.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
ORA ANDERSON NATURE TRAIL 0.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
LONG RIDGE CONNECTOR A 0.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TECUMSEH TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KIDWELL TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WILDCAT HOLLOW CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND RUN TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
X12 TRAIL 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
BOBCAT TRAIL 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SNAKE HOLLOW EAST 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
UTAH RIDGE POND TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PURDUM LOOP CONNECTOR 2 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
PURDUM LOOP CONNECTOR 1 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
SHORT CONNECTOR 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TIMBER CONNECTOR 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
STONE CHURCH NORTH CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
RED FOX TRAIL 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
COAL TRAIN TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MONROE OVERLOOK TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
VISITOR CENTER TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CENTRAL LOOP CONNECTOR 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
COAL TRAIN TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SALT WORKS TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
COAL TRAIN TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
COAL TRAIN TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
VISITOR CENTER SPUR TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COAL TRAIN TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
ELM TRAILHEAD CONNECTOR 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
MISSING CREEK CONNECTOR 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
COAL TRAIN TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —

Museums in Glouster

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
STUARTS OPERA HOUSEHISTORY MUSEUM7407531924$1,113,908
ATHENS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION7405922280$268,676
MORGAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION142 EAST MAIN STREET$37,255
CHAGRIN FALLS PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION21 WALNUT STREET4402474695
HOCKING COLLEGE ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
KENNEDY MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM7405931304
MULTICULTURAL GENEALOGICAL CENTER OF SOUTHEASTERN OHIOHISTORY MUSEUM
OHIO VALLEY MUSEUM OF DISCOVERYCHILDREN'S MUSEUM7405412451
TRISOLINI GALLERYART MUSEUM

Libraries in Glouster

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ATHENS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES95 W. WASHINGTON0.0414,232
PERRY COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY117 S. JACKSON ST.0.0129,584
KATE LOVE SIMPSON-MORGAN COUNTY LIBRARY358 E. MAIN ST.0.0110,084
NEW STRAITSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY102 E MAIN ST0.02,860

Farmers Markets in Glouster

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Athens Farmers Market1000 East State Street01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Wed: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Corning Farmers MarketJohn Altier Park N. Valley/Adams St.
Morgan County Farmers MarketIntersection Main and Kennebec06/01/2018 to 09/01/2018Thu: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Nelsonville Farmers Market 52 Public Square06/07/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Village of Chesterhill Farmers MarketLot adjacent to the Church of Christ on Rt. 377

Hotels in Glouster

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burr Oak Lodge and Conference Center

Restaurants in Glouster

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bonnie's Home Cooking
Little Italy Pizza
Sikorski’s Home Plate

Train Stations in Glouster

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glouster

Gas Stations in Glouster

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Certified
Clark
Marathon

Banks in Glouster

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First National Bank
Unifed

Gyms in Glouster

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sam's Gym

Breweries in Glouster

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Jackie O's Public House & BrewpubPub, Brewery, and Restaurant, Restaurant, Pub, Brewery, Gastropub and Brewery22 24 W Union St(740) 592-9686, 7405929686Visit
Jackie O's Taproom & Production BreweryBar and Brewery, Beer Bar and Brewery25 Campbell St7405929686Visit

Cell Towers in Glouster

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Skinner Rd (110068)LTOWER90
3150 Panther Drive (95632)LTOWER81
County Rd 4 (2502)LTOWER59
16595 Wolfe Benet Rd (2505)LTOWER58

Fire Stations in Glouster

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Glouster Fire DepartmentWater STVolunteer740-767-2824

Bridges in Glouster

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1996673,839G
CulvertSteel2005502,292G
SlabConcrete continuous1959802,292F
SlabConcrete continuous20121022,292G
SlabConcrete continuous19821041,780F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19331741,085G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201962500G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel193738385F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel197565365P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197553365F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200932351G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195126324P
Truss (Thru)Steel196392213F
Arch (Deck)Concrete202238200G
Truss (Thru)Steel195491150P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198062100F
Truss (Thru)Wood or Timber18767896F
CulvertConcrete20182493G
Tee BeamConcrete19513160F

Airports Near Glouster

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mid Ohio Valley Regional AirportPKBMedium Airport
Zanesville Municipal AirportZZVMedium Airport
Amanda Airport—Small Airport
Anderson Airport—Small Airport
Area 52 Airport—Small Airport
Baisden Airport—Small Airport
Bald Eagle Field—Small Airport
Bellville Dam Landing Strip—Small Airport
Blue Bird Airport—Small Airport
Boggs Field—Small Airport
Brothers Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Buckeye Executive Airport—Small Airport
Cambridge Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Checkpoint Charlie Airport—Small Airport
Clum Airport—Small Airport
Eaglecrest Field—Small Airport
Fairfield County Airport—Small Airport
Flyers Park Airport—Small Airport
Gallia Meigs Regional Airport—Small Airport
Graham Farm Airport—Small Airport
Hales Landing Airport—Small Airport
Hide-A-Way Hills Resort Airport—Small Airport
Hilltop Airport—Small Airport
Industry Air Park—Small Airport
Jackson County Airport—Small Airport
James A Rhodes Airport—Small Airport
Johns Landing Airport—Small Airport
La Rue Airport—Small Airport
Lazy-W Airport—Small Airport
Lee's Dogpatch Airport—Small Airport
Lieving Airport—Small Airport
Mason County Airport—Small Airport
Massengill Airport—Small Airport
McKnight Airport—Small Airport
Miller Airport—Small Airport
Miller Farm Landing Strip—Small Airport
Morgan County Regional Airport—Small Airport
Newark Heath Airport—Small Airport
Noble County Airport—Small Airport
Ohio University AirportATOSmall Airport
Parr Airport—Small Airport
Perry County Airport—Small Airport
Porter Airport—Small Airport
Riverside Airport—Small Airport
Riverview Airport—Small Airport
Rod's Sod Airport—Small Airport
Russ Airport—Small Airport
Scott Field—Small Airport
Sword Flight Park Ultralight—Small Airport
Taildragger Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Glouster

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Morgan County Sheriffs Office37 East Main Street
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Perry County Sheriff's Office110 West Brown Street

Grocery Stores in Glouster

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Certified Oil Corp 400474Convenience Store51 High St
CornerstoneConvenience Store48 High St
Dollar General 8620Other25 S High St
Family Dollar 1803Other32 Toledo St

Treatment Centers in Glouster

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Allwell Behavioral Health Services - Perry Counseling CenterBoth840-454-9766
Chillicothe VA Medical Center - Athens CBOCBoth740-592-7220
Hopewell Health Centers IncBoth740-592-3091
Perry Behavioral Health Choices Inc - Evolution Mens ResidentialSubstance Abuse740-343-0733
Perry Behavioral Health Choices Inc - OutpatientSubstance Abuse740-342-1991
Perry Behavioral Health Choices Inc - Stanton Villa Women's ResidentialSubstance Abuse740-342-1991
Perry Behavioral Health Choices Inc - Youth and Family ServicesBoth740-343-6135
Saint Clairsville - OutpatientBoth855-692-7247
TASC of Southeast OhioSubstance Abuse740-594-2276

DOL Wage Violations in Glouster

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,878 in back wages owed to 11 employees.

1
Violations
$9,878
Back Wages Owed
11
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Glouster EZ Mart — — 45732 — 2 $9,878 $898 11

Churches & Religious Organizations in Glouster

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ANCHOR CHURCH OF GLOUSTER INC43 1/2 MADISON ST
BISHOPVILLE CHURCH OF CHRIST18 MADISON ST
GLOUSTER BAPTIST CHURCH76 SPRING ST
GLOUSTER CHURCH OF CHRIST62 FAIRLAWN AVE
GREENS RUN CHRISTIAN CHURCH8881 STATE ROUTE 685
MCDOUGAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH8896 STATE ROUTE 329
TAYLOR RIDGE CHRISTIAN CHURCHTAYLOR RIDGE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Glouster

What is the population of Glouster?

Glouster has a population of 1,556 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,188 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Glouster expensive to live in?

Glouster is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $37,639, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $75,300 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $761 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Glouster safe?

Glouster is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 167 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,893 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Glouster receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Glouster?

Glouster has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Glouster?

The job market in Glouster is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $964. There are 1,359 business establishments in the area, including 154 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 6.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Glouster?

The median home value in Glouster is $75,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $82,206. For renters, the median monthly rent is $761. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,988.

How are the schools in Glouster?

Schools in Glouster score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.2% of adults in Glouster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Glouster?

The obesity rate in Glouster is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.2% of adults are smokers. 30.4% are physically inactive. 32.0% of residents report depression. 10.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 72.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,591.

What is transportation like in Glouster?

The average commute in Glouster is 29 minutes. 77.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Glouster?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Glouster is 94.5% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 99.5% of residents speak only English at home. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability. 95.4% have health insurance coverage.

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