Glasgow, WV — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Kanawha County · West Virginia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Glasgow based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
800
2023 ACS
Median Income
$51,304
2023
Median Home Value
$96,900
2023
Median Rent
$879
2023
Median Age
55.7
Unemployment
9.6%
Cost of Living Index
81.3
100 = national avg
Glasgow is a city in Kanawha County, West Virginia, with a population of 800 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Glasgow is one of the communities in West Virginia.
The median household income in Glasgow is $51,304, and the median home value is $96,900. The cost of living index is 81.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $879 per month. The unemployment rate is 9.6%, and the median age is 55.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
800
Male
382
47.8%
Female
418
52.3%
Median Age
55.7
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
9.8%
High School or Higher
40.1%
Foreign Born
0.1%
Veterans
3.9%
Married
31.5%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.061
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
96.9%
Foreign Born
0.1%
Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
786
English Only
99.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Asian
1 speakers
Limited English
0.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
31
3.9% of population
Disability Rate
29.0%
9 with disability
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
31
100.0%
Disability Status
With Disability
9
Without Disability
22
Disability Rate
29.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
520
#1 Ancestry
English
33.3% (266)
#2 Ancestry
American
9.5% (76)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
8.5% (68)
Top 16 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
308
Family Households
163
52.9%
Married Couples
97
31.5%
Non-Family Households
145
47.1%
Single Mother Households
39
12.7%
Single Father Households
27
8.8%
Living Alone
120
39.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
69
In Married Couple
36
52.2%
With Single Mother
31
44.9%
With Single Father
2
2.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$63,472
Married Couple Income
$77,171
Single Mother Income
$22,361
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
18
Grandparents Responsible
7
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$51,304
-30% vs national
Per Capita Income
$25,300
-32% vs national
Poverty Rate
21.1%
+55% vs national
Gini Index
0.4041
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
9.6%
+85% vs national
SNAP Recipients
17.2%
of households
How Glasgow Compares
Glasgow vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Glasgow is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Glasgow, WV has a median household income of $51,304, making it the 20,704th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Glasgow has a higher median household income than 26% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Glasgow, WV has a per capita income of $25,300, making it the 22,121st highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Glasgow has a higher per capita income than 21% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Glasgow, WV has a poverty rate of 21.1%, making it the 6,522nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Glasgow has a higher poverty rate than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Glasgow, WV has a unemployment rate of 9.6%, making it the 4,312th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Glasgow has a higher unemployment rate than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Glasgow. The median household income here is $51,304.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
9.6%
+32% vs WV avg
Labor Force
301
Employed
272
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
9.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
40.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
55.7
Work from Home
4.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Charleston, WV metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$85.6K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
81.3
100 = national avg
-18.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,793
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,601
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$829
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,036
per month
The median household income in Glasgow, WV is $51,304, which is 29.9% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $25,300. The poverty rate of 21.1% is higher than the WV state average of 19.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4041, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 9.6%, compared to the state average of 7.3%. The labor force is 301. 9.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 80.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 81.3, which is 18.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,793 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$65,000
Median List Price
$180,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$91
Days on Market
43
Active Inventory
1
Months of Supply
1.0
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$109,699
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
New Listings
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$91
Median List $/SF
$81
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Glasgow, WV? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Charleston, WV metro area, home prices have risen 208.7% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 64.5%. The 10-year growth rate is 46.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 36.3%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 9.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Charleston, WV housing market rather than Glasgow alone.
Metro area: Charleston, WV
Glasgow vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Glasgow is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Glasgow, WV has a median home value of $96,900, making it the 22,632nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Glasgow has a higher median home value than 19% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Glasgow, WV has a median rent of $879, making it the 13,045th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Glasgow has a higher median rent than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Glasgow, WV has a price per square foot of $91, making it the 17,733rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Glasgow has a higher price per square foot than 15% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Glasgow, WV has a rent burden of 20.6%, making it the 8,019th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Glasgow has a higher rent burden than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$96,900
Median Rent
$879
Total Housing Units
337
Vacancy Rate
8.6%
Owner Occupied
84.1%
Renter Occupied
15.9%
Median Property Tax
$800
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$593
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$800
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
of home value
Median Home Value
$96,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$662
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($800) by the median home value ($96,900). In Glasgow, WV, this works out to an effective rate of 0.83%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Glasgow, WV is $65,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 43 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $91. The median rent is $879 per month (Census ACS). About 84.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1975. There are 337 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $800. The effective tax rate is 0.83%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Glasgow. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
94.5
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
93.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
58.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
82.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
34
Public Assistance
$64.2M
Individual Assistance
$3.8M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
13 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 35 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,445
Total Claims Paid
$42,993,764
Avg Claim Payout
$17,584
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
70
Federal Funding
$24,633,246
Properties Protected
249
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.93
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 51 | $15,589,540 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 5 | $2,996,113 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 3 | $119,753 |
| 207.2: Mitigation Reconstruction | 3 | $813,287 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $2,585,700 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Glasgow has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are landslide, heat wave, lightning. The area has had 34 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (13 declarations). 2,445 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $64,199,348 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,784,794 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 70 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.6%
3.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
29.7%
6.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.6%
6.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.5%
1.1pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
48.1%
Arthritis
44.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.2%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
20.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.7%
Loneliness
35.1%
Lack of Support
25.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
47.3%
Mobility
25.1%
Cognitive
20.1%
Hearing
12.5%
Vision
7.0%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
13.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Glasgow has an obesity rate of 39.6%, which is 3.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 29.7%, 6.2pp above the national average. About 9.5% of adults lack health insurance. 83.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
1.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.0 mi
Montgomery General Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery General Hospital | 7.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Highland Hospital | 11.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Charleston Area Medical Center | 14.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Camc Charleston Surgical Hospital | 14.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Thomas Memorial Hospital | 19.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
80.2%
+2% vs national
Public Transit
1.5%
+63% vs national
Work From Home
4.0%
-57% vs national
Carpool
14.3%
How Glasgow's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
2-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Glasgow, WV covers travel times and transportation modes. 80.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 4.0% work from home, which is below the WV state average of 6.3%. Public transit is used by 1.5% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 14.3% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
81.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
73.1%
of households
No Internet
16.6%
of households
Total Households
308
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
85.1%
of households
Smartphone
81.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
62.7%
of households
Tablet
31.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
15.1¢
per kWh
-21% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.6¢
per kWh
-25% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-34% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$155
residential
+5% vs Under 10,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in West Virginia averages 15.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $155. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Glasgow vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
81.5% of households in Glasgow have broadband internet access. 73.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 16.6% of households have no internet access. 12.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Glasgow is located in Kanawha County, WV. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Glasgow.
Election Overview
Source: Kanawha County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
30,231
40.2%
GOP Votes
43,352
57.6%
Total Votes
75,239
Margin
R+17.4%
Shift from 2020
R+2.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 30,231 | 43,352 | 75,239 | 40.2% | 57.6% | R+17.4 |
| 2020 | 34,344 | 46,398 | 82,244 | 41.8% | 56.4% | R+14.7 |
| 2016 | 27,985 | 43,464 | 74,996 | 37.3% | 58.0% | R+20.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Kanawha County recorded 75,239 total votes. Republicans won the county with 57.6% of the vote compared to 40.2% for Democrats, a margin of R+17.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Kanawha County has shifted 3.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2
Total Assets
—
Total Income
$0
Per 10K Residents
25.0
nonprofits
-80.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
1960
ruling year
Newest Org
1967
ruling year
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Glasgow, WV has 2 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. That works out to 25.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1960.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
4
Total Approved
$252K
Jobs Supported
8
Per 10K Residents
50.0
SBA loans
-75.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
4
Top Lender
City National Bank of West Virginia
1 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2013
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
4
Total Amount
$252K
Avg Loan
$63,000
Median Loan
$45,500
SBA Guaranteed
$190K(75%)
Jobs Supported
8
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Auto Tech Parts & Service | 1 | $151K |
| Hidden Trail Atv & Cycle Suppl | 1 | $76K |
| Sheena Totten Dba Custom Signs and Designs | 1 | $15K |
| Video Village | 1 | $10K |
Glasgow, WV has received 4 SBA loans totaling $252K in approved funding between 1992 and 2013. The 7(a) program accounts for 4 loans (100% of the total), supporting 8 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Glasgow is City National Bank of West Virginia with 1 loans. That works out to 50.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
24
Total Population
24,855
Avg Median Income
-$111,064,320
Avg Home Value
-$194,388,957
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25015 | 3,577 | $50,472 | $106,900 | $1,077 | 29.9 |
| 25025 | 141 | $91,250 | N/A | N/A | 17.4 |
| 25031 | 622 | $38,032 | $84,800 | $533 | 1.3 |
| 25035 | 419 | $72,083 | $71,300 | N/A | 12.4 |
| 25036 | 257 | $56,410 | $40,800 | N/A | 14.7 |
| 25039 | 684 | $57,455 | $67,700 | N/A | 18.0 |
| 25054 | 304 | $77,399 | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 25061 | 520 | $94,091 | $82,300 | N/A | 15.7 |
| 25067 | 776 | $70,917 | $87,600 | $907 | 0.9 |
| 25086 | 840 | $51,196 | $98,100 | $894 | 1.4 |
| 25102 | 413 | $72,750 | $51,300 | N/A | 4.7 |
| 25103 | 190 | $40,875 | $81,500 | N/A | 4.2 |
| 25110 | 425 | $53,679 | N/A | N/A | 14.2 |
| 25118 | 285 | $12,632 | N/A | N/A | 5.5 |
| 25126 | 141 | N/A | $28,300 | N/A | 0.6 |
| 25132 | 387 | $43,904 | $38,300 | N/A | 13.9 |
| 25134 | 508 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 19.9 |
| 25136 | 1,749 | $32,575 | $110,300 | $628 | 5.2 |
| 25162 | 406 | $61,042 | $128,700 | $775 | 0.3 |
| 25185 | 734 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.7 |
| 25186 | 925 | $33,650 | $73,400 | $496 | 1.8 |
| 25214 | 1,042 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 6.6 |
| 25306 | 6,283 | $62,454 | $97,000 | $1,311 | 37.1 |
| 25315 | 3,227 | $50,110 | $83,400 | $879 | 20.2 |
Glasgow, WV has 24 ZIP codes with a combined population of 24,855. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$111,064,320. The average median home value is -$194,388,957. The average median monthly rent is -$416,666,354.
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