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Ashton-Sandy Spring, MD
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Ashton-Sandy Spring, MD
At a Glance
How Ashton-Sandy Spring Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ashton-Sandy Spring's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ashton-Sandy Spring a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ashton-Sandy Spring residents earn a median household income of $178,214 , which is 137% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $80,053. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,342 business establishments, including 703 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ashton-Sandy Spring is $812,000 , 188% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $757,862. Median rent is $1,415/month, with 21.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Ashton-Sandy Spring reports 593 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,522/100K.
Education
59.9% of adults in Ashton-Sandy Spring hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above the national average). 90.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ashton-Sandy Spring has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.