Glenwood city, Minnesota
Glenwood city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Glenwood city is a geographic entity located in Pope County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,631. The land area covers 5.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,631 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs | ±6.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,228 | ±100 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,381 | ±109 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,228 | ±100 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 153 | ±86 |
| Median Home Value | $179,400 | ±$16,006 |
| Median Gross Rent | $865 | ±$89 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $42,188 | ±$15,427 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,847 | ±$2,929 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | ±6.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 465 | ±163 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,239 | ±114 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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CITY OF GLENWOOD
GUS Population: 2,657 (2024)
ID: 138631
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: FINANCE OFFICER
137 MINNESOTA AVE E, GLENWOOD MN 56334-1627
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GUS Population: 11,495 (2024)
ID: 128643
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HR MANAGER
130 MINNESOTA AVE E, STE 210, GLENWOOD MN 56334-1636
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALEXANDRIA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BROOTEN, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | ALEXANDRIA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | ALEXANDRIA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | STARBUCK, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALEXANDRIA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ALEXANDRIA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | GLENWOOD, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | GLENWOOD, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | GLENWOOD, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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GLACIAL RIDGE HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 10 4TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST, GLENWOOD, MN, 56334 |
(320) 634-4521
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Alexandria Technical & Community College
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College | 14.4 mi away | 1601 Jefferson Streeet, Alexandria, MN, 56308 |
3207620221
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GLENWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 108 SE FIRST AV, GLENWOOD, MN, 56334 |
(320) 634-3375
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DOUGLAS COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 720 FILLMORE STREET, ALEXANDRIA, MN, 56308 |
(320) 762-3014
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SAUK CENTRE: SINCLAIR LEWIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 430 MAIN STREET, SAUK CENTRE, MN, 56378 |
(320) 352-3016
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HANCOCK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 662 6TH STREET, HANCOCK, MN, 56244 |
(320) 392-5666
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BELGRADE: MYRTLE MABEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.6 mi away | 324 WASHBURN AVENUE, BELGRADE, MN, 56312 |
(320) 254-8842
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GLENWOOD 2WNW, MN US, located 2.5 miles from Glenwood city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.6° | 1.5° | 12.1° | 0.48" | 10.6" |
| February | 27.3° | 5.2° | 16.3° | 0.52" | 8.9" |
| March | 40.2° | 18.6° | 29.4° | 1.14" | 7.6" |
| April | 56.9° | 30.9° | 43.9° | 2.12" | 2.9" |
| May | 70.4° | 43.5° | 57.0° | 2.99" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 53.6° | 66.3° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.9° | 57.9° | 70.4° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.1° | 55.5° | 68.3° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.5° | 47.2° | 60.3° | 2.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.8° | 34.2° | 46.5° | 2.46" | 0.6" |
| November | 41.4° | 20.8° | 31.1° | 0.96" | 5.3" |
| December | 28.0° | 8.2° | 18.1° | 0.66" | 10.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Long Beach city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Villard city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Lowry city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Starbuck city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Forada city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2712124074. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.