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Population
226
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
1,292 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Income
$120,694
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Glenwood

Glenwood is a quiet community of around 500 residents nestled in the foothills of McDowell County, North Carolina. Situated along Route 221, it sits just six miles south of Marion and eighteen miles north of Rutherfordton. It is an easygoing, rural spot where you get plenty of open space and mountain scenery while staying within a quick drive of everyday essentials, local dining, and outdoor recreation.

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Nearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+97.4ratingRural FitA+97.0ratingNearby Inpatient HospitalsA96.2rating

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