Median Household Income for Residents of Glasgow Approaches $90,000

New data shows residents in Glasgow are earning more than much of the state, while Valley County continues to track closer to Montana averages.

First, what does median household income mean?

It’s the middle income level, where half of households earn more and half earn less—a common way economists measure how a community is really doing financially.

According to the latest U.S. Census-based estimates, Glasgow’s median household income is now about 90 thousand dollars per year, while Valley County comes in at approximately 71 thousand dollars annually. These figures are based on American Community Survey data compiled by sources like Census Reporter.

Those numbers show Glasgow households earn roughly 25 percent more than the county as a whole, highlighting a noticeable gap between the community and surrounding rural areas.

And when you compare Glasgow to other towns in northeastern Montana, the difference becomes even more clear. Communities like Malta and Wolf Point typically report median household incomes in the 40 to 60 thousand dollar range, significantly lower than Glasgow.

Experts say that kind of gap is common. Towns like Glasgow serve as regional hubs for healthcare, government, and business—jobs that tend to offer higher wages than smaller surrounding communities.

The takeaway—while Valley County reflects the broader rural Montana economy, Glasgow continues to punch above its weight, not just locally, but compared to many towns across the Hi-Line.