Benedict, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Benedict is a small town in Maryland with a population of 68.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
68 Population 296/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,588 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 66.7%
438% higher than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age75.1 yrs
Density296/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,588
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty66.7%
County GDP$6,248M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation7 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.8%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband78.0%
Libraries5

Is Benedict a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benedict receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Benedict stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 66.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Benedict enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Benedict has a population of 68 with a density of 296 people per square mile. The median age is 75.1 years, 93% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

68
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
75.1yrs
Median Age
93% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Benedict vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Benedict vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benedict is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 66.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Benedict vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,588
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$100,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate66.7%
438% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,022
County GDP$6,248M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare197
Retail191
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,763
36% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

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-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,763
36% above US avg
In Benedict, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma8.7%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death6,742/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities197

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Benedict has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall15.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates38.5115°N, 76.6797°W
County FIPS24009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.8%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density296/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities197
Restaurants156
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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