Cost of Living in Glendora, NJ

Population 5,367 · New Jersey · Data vintage 2023

67
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Glendora offers a notably favorable income-to-housing ratio for its region. The typical home — $220,000 — costs less than 2.3 times median household income of $94,792, a threshold many coastal markets passed a decade ago. At 13.1%, the local unemployment rate runs well above the US figure, pointing to structural rather than cyclical labor-market issues.

Glendora sits roughly 12 miles south of Philadelphia — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Housing prices track closely with Philadelphia's $232,000 median.

Cost Overview

Housing 72
Rent 60

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Glendora

The median home value in Glendora is $219,700 — 28% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $782/month, 40% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $94,792/year is 27% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 13.1%, above the national average of 4.8%. New Jersey's top state income tax rate is 10.8% and the combined sales tax is 6.6%. The climate averages highs of 65.2°F and lows of 47.3°F, with about 23.1" of annual snowfall. Overall, Glendora has a cost of living index of 67 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 33% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$219,700
28% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$232,455
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$782/mo
40% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
23.4x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
2.5%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$1,474
1 BR
$1,654
2 BR
$2,040
3 BR
$2,550
4 BR
$2,885
Owner-occupied 74.5%
Renter-occupied 25.5%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$782
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,396/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
27.9 min
3% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
12.3%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
67.0%
Carpooled
16.2%
Public transit
2.7%
Walked
0.3%
Work from home
12.3%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 10.8%
Total Sales Tax 6.6%
State rate 6.6%
Avg local rate -0.0%
Property Tax 2.5%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$94,792
27% above avg
Per Capita Income
$37,950
Unemployment Rate
13.1%
173% above avg
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Labor Force Participation
67.5%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 15.7%
Graduate degree 9.2%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 38.9
Male median age 38.7
Female median age 39.6

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
65.2°F
Avg Low
47.3°F
Annual Precip
44.1"
Annual Snowfall
23.1"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 414453657483888679675646
Low °F 262834445464706861493931
Precip" 3.132.753.963.473.344.044.384.294.403.472.913.97
Snow" 7.18.43.60.30.00.00.00.00.00.00.23.5

💨 Air Quality

EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data

Median AQI 50 — Good
50.4%
Good air days/yr
211
Max AQI recorded
209
PM2.5 days
149
Ozone days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Glendora, NJ?

Glendora has a cost index of 67 (100 = national average). It is 33% below the national average.

What is average rent in Glendora, NJ?

The median gross rent in Glendora is $782 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Glendora?

The median home value in Glendora is $219,700 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Glendora?

The median household income in Glendora is $94,792 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Glendora, NJ?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Glendora is 6.6%. The New Jersey state income tax top rate is 10.8%.

Is Glendora, NJ affordable?

Yes, Glendora is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 67 — about 33% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Glendora?

Glendora has average high temperatures of 65.2°F and average lows of 47.3°F. Annual precipitation is 44.1". Average annual snowfall is 23.1". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Glendora at a Glance

Population
5,367
Median Income
$94,792
Home Value
$219,700
Median Rent
$782/mo
Unemployment
13.1%
Avg High Temp
65.2°F
Sales Tax
6.6%
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