Town in Colorado County

Living in Glidden, TX

B-

288th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 61 of 100

Glidden gets an overall grade of B- and ranks 288th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and cost of living, and trails on education levels and getting around. It is a strong pick for remote workers and people on a budget.

  • Good for remote workers
  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Getting around scores low (2 of 100)
  • Education levels scores low (1 of 100)
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Where Glidden is in Texas.
Population
1,071
Median rent
No data
Median home value
$233,80018% lower than Texas
Household income
$99,276Median
Average commute
38 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Glidden

Glidden is a town in Colorado County. About 1,071 people live here. It is spread out.

The median age is 23.0, 63% of households have children, 77% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $99,276 a year (27% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Glidden

  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.4 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • High incomes. The median household earns $99,276, 27% higher than the Texas median.

Cons of living in Glidden

  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 38 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 132 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Glidden suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 38% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 27% higher than the Texas median, with 0 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 65% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 90% of homes have broadband. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 87% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 99% for people on a budget.

Glidden report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Glidden with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade A

    Homes cost 2.4x income.

    95 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A+

    Median household income $99,276, 0% unemployed.

    98 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade D+

    Not enough data.

    28 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    0 grocery stores, 0 restaurants, 0 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 38 min, 0% work from home.

    2 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    4.9% have a bachelor’s degree.

    1 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D-

    25% of adults uninsured.

    11 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C

    77% of homes owner-occupied.

    46 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade C+

    90% of homes have broadband.

    52 of 100 vs US towns

Where Glidden stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 21%31 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 77%15 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Home value to income: 2.4x35% lower than Texas (3.6x)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 4.9%29 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Average commute: 38 min43% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 25%5 points higher than Texas (20%)

Cost of living in Glidden

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $964 for a one-bedroom, $1,211 for a two-bedroom and $1,472 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $233,800, 18% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,280 before tax, or $1,543 with property tax.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Glidden pays $3,164 a year, 25% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in GliddenStudio$9211 bedroom$9642 bedrooms$1,2113 bedrooms$1,4724 bedrooms$1,744
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Colorado County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median home value18% lower than Texas$233,800$283,800$332,700
Home value to income35% lower than Texas2.4x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent31 points lower than Texas21%52%51%
Median property tax per year25% lower than Texas$3,164$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them15 points higher than Texas77%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas199119921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,543
Mortgage payment
$1,280
Property tax
$264

Based on a $233,800 home in Glidden, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Daily life in Glidden

Everyday places mapped inside Glidden, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 38 minutes, 43% longer than the Texas average. 0% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

The median household income is $99,276, income per person is $34,204, unemployment is 0% and 5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
0
Cafes
0
Bars
1
Parks
0
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income27% higher than Texas$99,276$78,476$80,734
Income per person16% lower than Texas$34,204$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate5 points lower than Texas0%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line11 points lower than Texas2.4%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher29 points lower than Texas4.9%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher18 points lower than Texas68%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance5 points higher than Texas25%20%11%
Homes with broadband internetAbout the same as Texas90%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute43% higher than Texas38 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home14 points lower than Texas0%14%15%
Workers who work from home0%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Glidden

Under 1831%
18 to 3427%
35 to 6440%
65 and over2.7%

Median age 23.0 years. 63% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White21%
Hispanic or Latino36%
Black0%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race43%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Glidden

Glidden has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 39°F. There are about 132 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 45 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Glidden30°50°70°90°64J68F75M81A88M93J96J98A93S85O74N66DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Columbus, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

    Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

    Places near Glidden

    Nearby, Columbus gets a B-, Weimar gets an A- and Eagle Lake gets an A-. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. B-ColumbusTown, 3,860 people2 mi
    2. A-WeimarTown, 2,928 people11 mi
    3. A-Eagle LakeTown, 3,485 people17 mi
    4. FSchulenburgTown, 2,768 people20 mi
    5. CLa GrangeTown, 4,452 people23 mi
    6. B-BellvilleTown, 4,221 people26 mi

    Living in Glidden: common questions

    Is Glidden, TX a good place to live?

    Glidden gets an overall grade of B- and ranks 288th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and cost of living, and trails on education levels and getting around. It is a strong pick for remote workers and people on a budget.

    How much does it cost to live in Glidden?

    The median home is worth $233,800, 18% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.4x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $1,543, including property tax.

    What is the weather like in Glidden?

    Summers in Glidden peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 39°F. Expect around 132 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 45 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Glidden?

    The average one-way commute is 38 min, 43% higher than the Texas average. About 0% of workers work from home.

    Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.