Barrelville, MD

Maryland

Barrelville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 103. Residents earn $33,542 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
103 Population 2,575/sq mi density
$33,542 Median Income $18,444 per capita
$79,200 Home Value
$1,214 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$33,542 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,200 home value, $1,214/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,542
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,214
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population103
Median Age52.9 yrs
Density2,575/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans64.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$33,542
Per Capita$18,444
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,542M

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,200
Rent$1,214
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation1,010 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Libraries6

Is Barrelville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barrelville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Barrelville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barrelville is $33,542, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barrelville is $79,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,214 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Barrelville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 72.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Barrelville has a population of 103 with a density of 2,575 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

103
Total Population
2,575
People / sq mi
52.9yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.9%
Female 31.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Barrelville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barrelville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barrelville is $33,542, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Barrelville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,542
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,444
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,577
County GDP$3,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants167
Healthcare256
Retail244
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Barrelville is $79,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,214 (4% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,200
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,214
4% above US avg

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-Occupied38.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Rate3.89%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Premature Death11,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities256

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Barrelville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall72.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,010 ft (308 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density2,575/sq mi
Coordinates39.7027°N, 78.8425°W
County FIPS24001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,575/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants167
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home13.7%

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