Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
21%
Glenwood, IL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,122
Population
8,607
Renter Mix
27% Rent
Chicago commuters adore this forested small town
Wooded
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Golfing
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Active
Nestled just 40 miles south of Chicago, Glenwood is a pleasant small town surrounded by dense forests and outdoor recreational facilities. This charming suburb is perfect for commuters and outdoor enthusiasts with its easy access to Interstates 294 and 94 and beautiful natural scenery. Both Glenwood Woods and Bronwell Woods call this small town home, offering residents endless hiking and biking trails. After you’ve found your affordable apartment in town, check out the premier course at Glenwoodie Golf Club. Glenwood is home to several local and chain restaurants and various small businesses while also offering a family-friendly vibe and a close-knit community.
Explore the City
Glenwood features nice, cozy homes that are very reasonably priced.
Homes in the lovely and quiet Glenwood area are well-manicured and very appealing.
Kids love the playground at Hickory Glen Park and Fieldhouse in Glenwood, Illinois.
Check out your favorite book at the Glenwood Lynwood Public Library.
Residents of Glenwood will often head over to the Monee Reservoir to get some fishing done.
Bring your furry friend out into nature for a photo shoot in the pawfect weather.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$67,522
Average: $81,344
Education
2,304
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,110
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Glenwood has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
27%
Non-Renters
73%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Glenwood, IL is $1,122 for one bedroom, and $1,181 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Glenwood has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,122/month
329 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Glenwood, IL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
345 Students
Hickory Bend Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
267 Students
Public
Grades K-5
228 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
222 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Jurgensen Woods North Nature Preserve
- Wampum Lake Woods
- Thorton-Lansing Road Nature Preserve
- Sauk Trail Woods Forest Preserve
- Sand Ridge Nature Center
Airports
- Chicago Midway International
- Chicago O'Hare International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.