Adelphi, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Adelphi is a small city in Maryland with a population of 17,210. Residents earn $80,833 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
17,210 Population 6,327/sq mi density
$80,833 Median Income $32,608 per capita
$401,700 Home Value $439,626 Zillow
$1,757 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$80,833 median income, 4.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$401,700 home value, $1,757/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,833
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $401,700
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,757
51% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,210
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density6,327/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 14%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,833
Per Capita$32,608
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute35 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$401,700
Rent$1,757
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$439,626

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation113 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+72.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute35 min
EV Stations2
Libraries19

Is Adelphi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adelphi receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, high obesity rates. Adelphi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adelphi is $80,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adelphi is $401,700, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,757 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Adelphi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Adelphi has a population of 17,210 with a density of 6,327 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (30.2%), with 14% White, 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

17,210
Total Population
6,327
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Adelphi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only27.8%
65% below US avg
Spanish72.2%
439% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Adelphi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adelphi is $80,833, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Adelphi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,833
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,608
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,770
County GDP$65,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,546
Healthcare2,219
Retail2,225
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Adelphi is $401,700, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,757 (51% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $439,626.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$401,700
42% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$439,626
Median List Price$153,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$153,000
$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops34.5%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,757
51% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,044

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-Occupied42.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
In Adelphi, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression15.4%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.3%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Adelphi has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation113 ft (34 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density6,327/sq mi
Coordinates38.9971°N, 76.9668°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 75.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 11.2%
D 86.4%

Winner: Democrat by 75.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+72.1%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,327/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Work from Home9.9%

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