Glasgow, Kentucky

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
15,043
Population
$44,125
Median Income
$140,500
Home Value
42.3
Median Age

Demographics

Glasgow has a population of 15,043 with a median age of 42.3. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
82.4%
Black
7.6%
Hispanic
6.6%
Other
2.4%
Asian
1.0%
Demographic Value
Total Population15,043
Median Age42.3
White82.4%
Black or African American7.6%
Asian1.0%
Hispanic or Latino6.6%
Other / Two or More Races2.4%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Glasgow is $44,125, which is 41.3% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $29,661. The poverty rate is 20.8%.

$44,125
Median Household Income
$29,661
Per Capita Income
20.8%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Glasgow is 5.1%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Glasgow, 85.4% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 23.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9.4% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
85.4%
Bachelor's+
23.0%
Graduate+
9.4%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher85.4%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher23.0%
Graduate or Professional Degree9.4%

Housing

The median home value in Glasgow is $140,500, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $797. The homeownership rate is 51.5%.

$140,500
Median Home Value
$797/mo
Median Rent
51.5%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$140,500
Median Monthly Rent$797
Homeownership Rate51.5%
Vacancy Rate11.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Glasgow, Kentucky?
The population of Glasgow, Kentucky is 15,043 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glasgow, Kentucky?
The median household income in Glasgow, Kentucky is $44,125. This is 41.3% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Glasgow, Kentucky?
The median home value in Glasgow, Kentucky is $140,500. The median monthly rent is $797.
What percentage of people in Glasgow have a college degree?
In Glasgow, Kentucky, 23.0% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 85.4% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Glasgow, Kentucky an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Glasgow, Kentucky is 3.2x (median home value $140,500 vs. median income $44,125), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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