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Glasgow, Virginia, in Rockbridge county, is 24 miles NW of Lynchburg, Virginia (center to center) and 136 miles N of Raleigh, North Carolina. The town has a population of 1,046.
In Glasgow, about 50% of adults are married. Glasgow is known for its large population of single adults.
In 2000, Glasgow had a median family income of $37,292.
In the 2004 election, George W. Bush was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Glasgow ($2,000). Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
About 73% of housing units in Glasgow are owner-occupied. Typical rents in the town are affordable, at least compared to other towns in the state. Homeowners in Glasgow benefit from lower real estate taxes than most other towns in Virginia.
In Glasgow, 96% of commuters drive to work. You'll want a car to get around in the town. Or at least you'll find that a great majority of people here drive everywhere.
Comparing Glasgow to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Virginia (State):
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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