What are the schools like in Glenwood, IL?

Glenwood is served primarily by Brookwood SD 167. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.8:1.

What is the median household income in Glenwood?

The median household income in Glenwood, IL is $69,614 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 16.2%.

What is the weather like in Glenwood, IL?

Glenwood has an average high temperature of 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.2 inches.

Glenwood, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Glenwood, IL affordable or expensive?

Glenwood's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Glenwood is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $157,100 and the median rent is $1,689 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Glenwood, IL?

Glenwood has a violent crime rate of 220.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1754.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Glenwood, IL a Good Place to Live?

Glenwood is a small town of 8,542 in Illinois, with a median household income of $69,614 and a 16.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Glenwood stands out for below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Glenwood is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Glenwood city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 102.6

Glenwood's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Glenwood costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Glenwood, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$157,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,689	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,614	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Glenwood's violent crime rate is 220.9 per 100,000 residents — 42% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

220.9 /100k

Property Crime

1754.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Glenwood is served primarily by Brookwood SD 167. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Glenwood, IL	National Avg
School District	Brookwood SD 167	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	33.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Glenwood sees average highs of 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July, with 41.5 inches of annual precipitation and 28.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Glenwood, IL
Average High — January	31.1°F
Average High — July	83.9°F
Annual Precipitation	41.5"
Annual Snowfall	28.2"

Demographics

Metric	Glenwood, IL	National Avg
Population	8,542	—
Median Age	40.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	16.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	28.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	64.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	23.8%	22.2%
65 and over	17.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Glenwood

Glenwood, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60425

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenwood, IL affordable or expensive?

Glenwood's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Glenwood roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $157,100 and median rent is $1,689/month.

What is the crime rate in Glenwood, IL?

Glenwood's violent crime rate is 220.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1754.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Glenwood?

Public schools in Glenwood are operated by Brookwood SD 167. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.8:1. 33.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Glenwood, IL a good place to live?

Glenwood, IL has a population of 8,542, a median household income of $69,614, and an unemployment rate of 16.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Glenwood?

Glenwood averages 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.5 inches with about 28.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Glenwood?

Glenwood, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60425.

What is the population of Glenwood?

The population of Glenwood, Illinois is 8,542 with a median age of 40.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Glenwood?

Key numbers for living in Glenwood: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $157,100, median household income $69,614, crime index 68 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Glenwood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.