Glendale, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Glendale, Utah had a total population of 493, the 226th largest town in Utah, with a median household income of $50,625, which is 47% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 41.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 47% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (41.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Glendale Quick Facts
How Glendale 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 | 488 | 493 | +1.0% |
| Median household income | $63,056 | $50,625 | -19.7% |
| Median home value | $210,700 | $275,000 | +30.5% |
How Glendale 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: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Glendale Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in Kane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanab | 5,081 | $85,486 | 5.6% | $456,800 |
| Orderville | 803 | $82,688 | 8.0% | $367,700 |
| Big Water | 502 | $48,750 | 22.8% | $272,500 |
| Alton | 260 | $71,250 | 2.7% | $380,000 |
Cities Similar to Glendale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Water | 502 | $48,750 | $272,500 | 33.7% | 22.8% |
| Cove | 521 | N/A | N/A | 21.5% | 0.0% |
| Marysvale | 484 | $42,250 | $295,400 | 21.3% | 24.0% |
| Emery | 491 | $73,125 | $134,400 | 21.0% | 37.1% |
| Navajo Mountain | 610 | N/A | $9,999 | 6.1% | 69.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 493, Glendale'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
Glendale is a small community located in Utah, within Kane County. The total population is 493. It ranks as the 226th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glendale is 17.4 years. This is 46% lower than the state median of 32.0 years. With 56.6% of the population under 18, Glendale has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Glendale is $50,625. This is 47% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 41.0%. This is 382% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $275,000. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x. 99.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Glendale 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
21.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 37.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Glendale, Utah 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 Utah state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 326 Census-designated places in Utah. 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 Glendale, Utah?
Glendale, Utah has a population of 493 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glendale, UT?
The median household income in Glendale is $50,625, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Glendale, UT?
The poverty rate in Glendale is 41.0%. This means approximately 202 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Glendale, Utah?
Glendale's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Glendale, UT?
The median home value in Glendale is $275,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x.
How educated is Glendale, Utah?
21.2% of adults (25+) in Glendale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.