Barclay, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Barclay is a small town in Maryland with a population of 203. Residents earn $57,083 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
203 Population 508/sq mi density
$57,083 Median Income $26,870 per capita
$256,800 Home Value $409,368 Zillow
$1,637 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,083 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$256,800 home value, $1,637/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,083
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $256,800
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,637
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population203
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density508/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 29%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,083
Per Capita$26,870
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$256,800
Rent$1,637
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$409,368
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation67 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+83.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute29 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries5

Is Barclay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barclay receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Barclay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barclay is $57,083, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barclay is $256,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,637 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Barclay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Barclay has a population of 203 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (29.1%), with 2% Hispanic, 18.7% Black.

Population

203
Total Population
508
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.4%
Female 60.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Barclay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only50.0%
36% below US avg
Spanish50.0%
273% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Barclay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barclay is $57,083, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Barclay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,083
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,870
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,852
County GDP$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare567
Retail651
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Barclay is $256,800, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,637 (41% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $409,368.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,800
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$409,368

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,637
41% above US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

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-Occupied40.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.04%
In Barclay, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Barclay has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation67 ft (20 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density508/sq mi
Coordinates39.1465°N, 75.8644°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+83.1%
School Test Score5.85
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density508/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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