Glendale, AZ
GLENDALE, ARIZONA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.2.20)
AGE IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 17,954 | 7.2% |
| 25 to 29 years | 18,202 | 7.3% |
| 30 to 34 years | 17,362 | 6.9% |
| 35 to 39 years | 16,324 | 6.5% |
| 40 to 44 years | 15,438 | 6.2% |
| 45 to 49 years | 16,385 | 6.5% |
| 50 to 54 years | 14,040 | 5.6% |
| 55 to 59 years | 14,593 | 5.8% |
| 60 to 64 years | 15,073 | 6.0% |
| 65 to 69 years | 11,248 | 4.5% |
| 70 to 74 years | 10,296 | 4.1% |
| 75 to 79 years | 5,265 | 2.1% |
| 80 to 84 years | 3,067 | 1.2% |
| 85+ years | 2,903 | 1.2% |
The median age in Glendale is 34.8 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 185,137 | 73.8% |
| Black or African American | 16,663 | 6.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 4,165 | 1.7% |
| Asian | 10,614 | 4.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 327 | 0.1% |
| Other | 20,773 | 8.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 14,233 | 8.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 15,700 | 9.6% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 47,206 | 28.7% |
| Some college, no degree | 39,309 | 23.9% |
| Associate’s degree | 14,097 | 8.6% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 22,027 | 13.4% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 11,634 | 7.1% |
| High school graduate or higher | 134,273 | 81.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 33,661 | 20.5% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 130,545 | 79.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 8.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.0% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.1% |
Median household income: $52,314
Mean household income: $68,907
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $25,435 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $29,724 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $35,551 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $48,815 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $59,187 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 199,727 | NA |
| Never married | 76,651 | 38.4% |
| Now married (except separated) | 81,944 | 41.0% |
| Separated | 4,586 | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 11,390 | 5.7% |
| Divorced | 25,156 | 12.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 45,110 | 18.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 44,914 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 37,541 |
| Single-family detached units | 54,455 |
| Homeownership rate | 54.5% |
| Vacancy rate | 9.0% |
| Renters rate | 45.5% |
| Average housing value | $212,552 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $1,031 |
| Average rent | $857 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Average income | $68,907 |
| Average household size | 2.93 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 63.0% |
| Percent disabled | 12.7% |
| Percent with health coverage | 87.7% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 28.1 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 2.2% |
| Percent veterans | 7.7% |
| Percent foreign born | 17.5% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 7.5% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $63,462.65 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $489.03 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $293.84 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $83.82 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $41.53 |
| Apparel & services | $1,878.30 |
| Men’s apparel | $361.00 |
| Women’s apparel | $613.31 |
| Children’s apparel | $300.75 |
| Boys’ apparel | $101.16 |
| Girls’ apparel | $113.45 |
| Footwear | $430.73 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,216.39 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $330.86 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,011.06 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,484.61 |
| Education | $1,277.48 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,712.70 |
| Club membership fees | $192.02 |
| Dating services | $0.66 |
| Pet food | $212.61 |
| Pet services | $55.53 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,470.15 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $584.77 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $453.59 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $877.61 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $996.69 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $437.74 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,557.49 |
| Health care | $4,909.40 |
| Medical services | $918.93 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $121.65 |
| Household Services | $1,725.85 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $54.97 |
| Lawn and garden services | $365.25 |
| Housekeeping services | $148.59 |
| PC repair | $5.76 |
| Housing | $19,998.79 |
| Home improvements | $2,140.69 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,187.90 |
| Phone services | $1,536.60 |
| Water | $640.04 |
| Life and other insurance | $356.94 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,803.87 |
| Personal care products and services | $773.07 |
| Hair care products | $93.54 |
| Personal care products | $328.87 |
| Local transportation | $7,402.77 |
| Gasoline | $1,962.78 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $989.88 |
| Travel | $1,834.59 |
| Airline fares | $452.00 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $21.82 |
| Lodging on trips | $492.89 |
| Food and drink on trips | $444.61 |
| Entertainment on trips | $156.70 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY (home to GLENDALE, ARIZONA)
| % with any debt in collections | 27% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,569 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 10% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $791 |
| % with student loan debt | 13% |
| Average student loan debt | $17,482 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $183 |
| % with auto debt | 27% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 6,048 | 4.8% |
| February 2019 | 5,621 | 4.4% |
| March 2019 | 5,616 | 4.4% |
| April 2019 | 5,071 | 4.0% |
| May 2019 | 5,255 | 4.1% |
| June 2019 | 5,862 | 4.6% |
| July 2019 | 5,839 | 4.5% |
| August 2019 | 5,690 | 4.4% |
| September 2019 | 5,266 | 4.1% |
| October 2019 | 5,206 | 4.0% |
| November 2019 | 4,948 | 3.8% |
| December 2019 | 4,945 | 3.8% |
| January 2020 | 5,526 | 4.2% |
| February 2020 | 5,293 | 4.0% |
| March 2020 | 7,337 | 5.6% |
| April 2020 | 16,610 | 12.9% |
| May 2020 | 11,333 | 8.8% |
| June 2020 | 13,127 | 10.2% |
| July 2020 | 14,258 | 10.9% |
| August 2020 | 7,753 | 6.2% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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