Glenwood, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Glenwood, Missouri had a total population of 205, the 726th largest village in Missouri, with a median household income of $90,625, which is 28% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x.
- Unemployment rate of 34.0% is notably above the national average.
Glenwood Quick Facts
How Glenwood Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 179 | 205 | +14.5% |
| Median household income | $52,188 | $90,625 | +73.7% |
| Median home value | $88,300 | $68,000 | -23.0% |
How Glenwood Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Glenwood Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Schuyler County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster | 742 | $49,444 | 23.1% | $154,800 |
| Queen City | 650 | $48,884 | 10.6% | $66,900 |
| Downing | 277 | $32,308 | 11.6% | $79,200 |
Cities Similar to Glenwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgewickville | 201 | $92,083 | $154,000 | 4.6% | 4.0% |
| Blodgett | 196 | N/A | N/A | 6.7% | 20.4% |
| Oakwood Park | 204 | $101,250 | $206,800 | 40.3% | 6.4% |
| Scotsdale | 216 | $85,625 | $247,900 | 25.9% | 4.2% |
| Parkdale | 204 | $75,625 | $167,300 | 5.6% | 1.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 205, Glenwood's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Glenwood is a small community located in Missouri, within Schuyler County. The total population is 205. It ranks as the 726th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glenwood is 33.8 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 28.3% of the population under 18, Glenwood has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Glenwood is $90,625. This is 28% higher than the state median of $70,702. It is also 12% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 34.0%. This is 745% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $68,000. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x, Glenwood is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Glenwood was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Glenwood, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Glenwood, Missouri?
Glenwood, Missouri has a population of 205 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glenwood, MO?
The median household income in Glenwood is $90,625, which is 12% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Glenwood, MO?
The poverty rate in Glenwood is 7.8%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Glenwood, Missouri?
Glenwood's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Glenwood, MO?
The median home value in Glenwood is $68,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.8x.
How educated is Glenwood, Missouri?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Glenwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.