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Glasgow Village

Pop. 5,504·49th most expensive in Missouri·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,363/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.6%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
-$602
Falling (Monthly)
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Glasgow Village · $1,363
More affordable than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
55% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,363/mo, rent takes about 55% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$55,000/yr
Local median income
$29,530/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Glasgow Village's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

2 BR
$1,115
3 BR
$1,232
4 BR+
$1,731
Research median
$1,115/mo

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

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$16,356/yr
At $1,363/mo median
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 2.6% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.6% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Glasgow Village, MO is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,504
Median income
$29,530
Median age
33
Renters
66.7%
Age distribution
40%
16.6%
27.7%
Under 1840%
18–3416.6%
35–5427.7%
55–649.8%
65+5.8%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
86.2%
White7.1%
Black86.2%
Hispanic5.6%
Other0.9%
Education (25+)
48.7%
30.7%
No HS diploma11.4%
HS diploma48.7%
Some college30.7%
Bachelor's+9.2%
Housing tenure
33.3%
66.7%
Owner33.3%
Renter66.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Glasgow Village, MO has changed in 5 years

Income
$34,529 → $29,530
down 14.5%
Population
5,036 → 5,504
up 9.3%
Renter share
61.4% → 66.7%
+5.3 pts
Bachelor's+
7.4% → 9.2%
+1.8 pts
Median age
28.4 → 33
+4.6 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $34,529 to $29,530 across the same window, down 14.5% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 5,036 to 5,504 between 2021 and 2024, a 9.3% change. About 66.7% of households rent today, against 61.4% in 2021.

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At $1,363/mo, how Glasgow Village rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Glasgow Village rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Glasgow Village is $1,363/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,115/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,232/mo.

At 55% of local median household income ($29,530/yr), Glasgow Village ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Glasgow Village an affordable city for renters?

Glasgow Village is considered expensive for renters. At $1,363/mo, rent takes approximately 55% of the local median household income ($29,530/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Glasgow Village significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Glasgow Village?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,363/mo in Glasgow Village. The local median household income is $29,530/yr, meaning the typical Glasgow Village household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Glasgow Village?

Rent in Glasgow Village has decreased 2.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Glasgow Village rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Glasgow Village is middle-of-the-pack for Missouri for rent, ranking #49 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,363/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Glasgow Village?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Glasgow Village ($1,363/mo): Granite City ($1,013/mo), Jennings ($1,124/mo), Spanish Lake ($1,324/mo).

What percentage of Glasgow Village residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 66.7% of Glasgow Village households are renters, while 33.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Glasgow Village has a strong rental market.

How does Glasgow Village rent compare to the national average?

Glasgow Village's median rent of $1,363/mo is $602 (31%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #49 out of 74 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
55%
EXPENSIVE

At $1,363/mo, rent takes ~55% of Glasgow Village's median household income ($29,530/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Glasgow Village 55%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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