Big Pool, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Big Pool is a small town in Maryland with a population of 39.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
39 Population 355/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value $352,452 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population39
Median AgeN/A
Density355/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,087M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$352,452

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Elevation441 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Broadband20.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Big Pool a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Pool receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Big Pool 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Big Pool is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Pool experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Big Pool has a population of 39 with a density of 355 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

39
Total Population
355
People / sq mi
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Pool vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Big Pool vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Big Pool vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$66,263

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,687
County GDP$6,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants215
Healthcare231
Retail238
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,258
35% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $352,452.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$352,452

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,258
35% below US avg
In Big Pool, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Big Pool vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death11,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access55.9%
Healthcare Facilities231

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Big Pool has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation441 ft (134 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density355/sq mi
Coordinates39.6251°N, 78.0162°W
County FIPS54003
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.8-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 35.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density355/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities231
Restaurants215
Retail Stores238

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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