How much does it cost to rent in Glasgow, KY?

As of March 2026, the median monthly rent in Glasgow, KY is $981. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Glasgow cheaper than other Kentucky cities?

Glasgow is among the more affordable cities in Kentucky, ranking #40 out of 43 cities at $981/mo.

When was Glasgow rent data last updated?

Glasgow rent data reflects March 2026 and was last refreshed on March 14, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · KY

Glasgow

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Pop. 15,197·40th most expensive in Kentucky·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$981/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

-$984

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Glasgow · $981

More affordable than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

27% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $981/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$39,000/yr

Local median income

$43,074/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Glasgow's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$660

1 BR

$700

2 BR

$920

3 BR

$1,190

4 BR+

$1,280

Research median

$920/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: March 14, 2026

Annual cost

$11,772/yr

At $981/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Glasgow, KY is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

15,197

Median income

$43,074

Median age

37.8

Renters

51.5%

Age distribution

25%

20%

22.6%

20.4%

Under 1825%

18–3420%

35–5422.6%

55–6412%

65+20.4%

Gender

45.8%

54.2%

Male45.8%

Female54.2%

Race & ethnicity

79.7%

White79.7%

Black7.7%

Hispanic7.5%

Asian1%

Other4.1%

Education (25+)

41.7%

25.4%

22.4%

No HS diploma10.4%

HS diploma41.7%

Some college25.4%

Bachelor's+22.4%

Housing tenure

48.5%

51.5%

Owner48.5%

Renter51.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Glasgow, KY has changed in 5 years

Income

$38,669 → $43,074

up 11.4%

Population

14,922 → 15,197

up 1.8%

Renter share

48.8% → 51.5%

+2.7 pts

Bachelor's+

22.9% → 22.4%

-0.5 pts

Median age

42 → 37.8

-4.2 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $43,074 today, compared with $38,669 five years earlier. The population has grown by 1.8% since 2021, moving from about 14,922 residents to roughly 15,197. Renters now make up 51.5% of households, compared with 48.8% five years ago.

Community

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Glasgow on your salary?

At $981/mo, how Glasgow rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 14.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 17.3% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 9.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 7.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 21.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 23.6% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 19.1% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Glasgow rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Glasgow. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Glasgow

About renting in Glasgow, KY

Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Glasgow is $981/mo as of March 2026. A studio apartment averages $660/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $920/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $700/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,190/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($43,074/yr), Glasgow ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Glasgow an affordable city for renters?

Glasgow is considered affordable for renters. At $981/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($43,074/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Glasgow falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Glasgow?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $39,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $981/mo in Glasgow. The local median household income is $43,074/yr, meaning the typical Glasgow household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Glasgow?

Rent in Glasgow has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of March 2026.

How does Glasgow rent compare to other cities in Kentucky?

Glasgow is one of the more affordable cities in Kentucky for rent, ranking #40 out of 43 tracked cities at $981/mo.

What percentage of Glasgow residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.5% of Glasgow households are renters, while 48.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Glasgow has a strong rental market.