Berwyn Heights, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Berwyn Heights is a small town in Maryland with a population of 3,306. Residents earn $145,833 per year, which is 94% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,306 Population 4,723/sq mi density
$145,833 Median Income $44,855 per capita
$411,700 Home Value $433,728 Zillow
$2,632 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
371 Violent Crime/100K 1,794 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$145,833 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$411,700 home value, $2,632/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
371 violent crimes/100K (2% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $145,833
94% higher than US avg
Home Value $411,700
46% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 371/100K
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.4%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,632
126% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,306
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density4,723/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

A+
Median Income$145,833
Per Capita$44,855
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$411,700
Rent$2,632
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$433,728

Crime

F
Violent371/100K
Property1,794/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault155/100K
Burglary402/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation104 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.4%
High School+77.3%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute34 min
EV Stations2
Libraries19

Is Berwyn Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berwyn Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Berwyn Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berwyn Heights is $145,833, which is significantly higher than the national average — 94% above $75,149. This places Berwyn Heights among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berwyn Heights is $411,700, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,632 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Berwyn Heights is below the national average at 371 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,794 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 77.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Berwyn Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Berwyn Heights has a population of 3,306 with a density of 4,723 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.2%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 8.9% Black.

Population

3,306
Total Population
4,723
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Berwyn Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only45.7%
42% below US avg
Spanish54.3%
305% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Berwyn Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berwyn Heights is $145,833, which is 94% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Berwyn Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$145,833
94% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,855
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% 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 Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Work from Home27.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Berwyn Heights is $411,700, 46% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,632 (126% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $433,728.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$411,700
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$433,728
Median List Price$489,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$489,000
$/Sq Ft$270
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,632
126% 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-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Berwyn Heights, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Berwyn Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression16.3%
Mental Distress13.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Berwyn Heights has a violent crime rate of 371 per 100,000 residents, 2% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,794 per 100,000 (8% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent371.2/100K
2% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery216.5/100K
Assault154.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,794.0/100K
8% below US avg
Burglary402.1/100K
Theft1,299.1/100K
Vehicle Theft92.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Berwyn Heights has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation104 ft (32 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density4,723/sq mi
Coordinates38.9929°N, 76.9135°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above 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+41.4%
23% above US avg
High School+77.3%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,723/sq mi
Total Area0.7 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
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Work from Home27.0%

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