What are the schools like in Glenvar, VA?

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

What is the median household income in Glenvar?

The median household income in Glenvar, VA is $30,234 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.3%.

What is the weather like in Glenvar, VA?

Glenvar has an average high temperature of 47.1°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Glenvar, VA affordable or expensive?

Glenvar's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Glenvar is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $243,000 and the median rent is $1,088 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Glenvar, VA?

Glenvar has a violent crime rate of 252.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1308.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Glenvar, VA a Good Place to Live?

Glenvar is a small town of 932 in Virginia, with a median household income of $30,234 and a 6.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Glenvar stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All Glenvar 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: 90.9

Glenvar's overall cost of living index is 90.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Glenvar costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Glenvar, VA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$243,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,088	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	43.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$30,234	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Glenvar's violent crime rate is 252.7 per 100,000 residents — 34% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

252.7 /100k

Property Crime

1308.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Glenvar, VA	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	15.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Glenvar sees average highs of 47.1°F in January and 88.1°F in July, with 41.7 inches of annual precipitation and 18.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Glenvar, VA
Average High — January	47.1°F
Average High — July	88.1°F
Annual Precipitation	41.7"
Annual Snowfall	18.4"

Demographics

Metric	Glenvar, VA	National Avg
Population	932	—
Median Age	74.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	85.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	4.7%	22.2%
65 and over	70.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Salem, VA 4 mi Lafayette, VA 5 mi Elliston, VA 6 mi Cave Spring, VA 7 mi Roanoke, VA 9 mi

Glenvar vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenvar, VA affordable or expensive?

Glenvar's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Glenvar roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $243,000 and median rent is $1,088/month.

What is the crime rate in Glenvar, VA?

Glenvar's violent crime rate is 252.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1308.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Glenvar?

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

Is Glenvar, VA a good place to live?

Glenvar, VA has a population of 932, a median household income of $30,234, and an unemployment rate of 6.3%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Glenvar?

Glenvar averages 47.1°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.7 inches with about 18.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Glenvar?

The population of Glenvar, Virginia is 932 with a median age of 74.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Glenvar?

Key numbers for living in Glenvar: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $243,000, median household income $30,234, crime index 65 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Glenvar side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.