Glen Rose, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,770 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$254,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$619 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$787 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Somervell County
2
Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Somervell County
2
Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 44
Feb 2 0 48
Mar 3 0 56
Apr 3 0 64
May 4 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 2 0 55
Dec 2 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 3%

Schools

Glen Rose Jh
<1 miles, SW 2.3 star
Glen Rose El
1 miles, SW
Glen Rose Hs
2 miles, SW 4.1 star
Glen Rose Int
2 miles, SW 3.7 star

Colleges

Southwestern Adventist University
27 miles, E 1.9 star
Tarleton State University
27 miles, W 2.3 star
Weatherford College
34 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Glen Rose Medical Center
<1 miles, S 3.2 star
Lake Granbury Medical Center
13 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Waco Regional Airport
53 miles, S 1 star
Dallas Love Field
67 miles, E 3.7 star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
82 miles, SW 1 star