Accident, MD

Maryland

Accident is a small town in Maryland with a population of 436. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
436 Population 890/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $31,655 per capita
$206,500 Home Value $303,396 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$206,500 home value
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $206,500
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

How Accident Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population436
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density890/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$31,655
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,790M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$206,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$303,396

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation2,357 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Libraries5

Is Accident a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Accident receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Accident offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Accident is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Accident is $206,500, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Accident experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Accident has a population of 436 with a density of 890 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

436
Total Population
890
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Accident vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Accident vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Accident is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Accident vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,655
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$67,304

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,168
County GDP$1,790M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare81
Retail138
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Accident is $206,500, 27% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $303,396.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,500
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$303,396

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Accident, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Accident vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death8,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities81

Crime Rates: Accident vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Accident has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,357 ft (718 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density890/sq mi
Coordinates39.6257°N, 79.3200°W
County FIPS24023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.9%
D 21.9%

Winner: Republican by 54 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density890/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants85
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Work from Home9.5%

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