What are the schools like in Glenmont, MD?

School district data for Glenmont is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Glenmont?

The median household income in Glenmont, MD is $118,095 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.7%.

What is the weather like in Glenmont, MD?

Glenmont has an average high temperature of 42.2°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Glenmont, MD affordable or expensive?

Glenmont's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means Glenmont is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $516,700 and the median rent is $1,848 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Glenmont, MD?

Crime rate data for Glenmont is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Glenmont, MD a Good Place to Live?

Glenmont is a small city of 16,632 in Maryland, with a median household income of $118,095 and a 5.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

Strengths: Glenmont stands out for a well-educated population.

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

All Glenmont 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: 108.6

Glenmont's overall cost of living index is 108.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Glenmont costs roughly 9% more than the average American city.

Metric	Glenmont, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$516,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,848	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$118,095	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Glenmont is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Glenmont, MD	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	44.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Glenmont sees average highs of 42.2°F in January and 87.1°F in July, with 45.1 inches of annual precipitation and 15.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Glenmont, MD
Average High — January	42.2°F
Average High — July	87.1°F
Annual Precipitation	45.1"
Annual Snowfall	15.8"

Demographics

Metric	Glenmont, MD	National Avg
Population	16,632	—
Median Age	38.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	26.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	24.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	36.2%	18.9%
Asian	10.3%	6.3%
Under 18	24.5%	22.2%
65 and over	13.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Glenmont vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenmont, MD affordable or expensive?

Glenmont's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts Glenmont roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $516,700 and median rent is $1,848/month.

What is the crime rate in Glenmont, MD?

Crime data for Glenmont is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Glenmont?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Glenmont, MD a good place to live?

Glenmont, MD has a population of 16,632, a median household income of $118,095, and an unemployment rate of 5.7%. 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 Glenmont?

Glenmont averages 42.2°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.1 inches with about 15.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Glenmont?

The population of Glenmont, Maryland is 16,632 with a median age of 38.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Glenmont?

Key numbers for living in Glenmont: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home $516,700, median household income $118,095. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Glenmont side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.