Big Spring, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Big Spring is a small town in Maryland with a population of 23.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
23 Population 164/sq mi density
55°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
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population23
Median AgeN/A
Density164/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,961M
Commute52 min

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation409 ft (125 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute52 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries9

Is Big Spring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Spring receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Big Spring 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%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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 Spring experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Big Spring has a population of 23 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

23
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Spring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Big Spring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Spring is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Big Spring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$68,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,704
County GDP$9,961M

Business (County)

Restaurants333
Healthcare446
Retail547
Manufacturing135

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,722
6% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Big Spring, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death10,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities446
Big Spring has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation409 ft (125 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates39.6259°N, 77.9396°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 23-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below 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 Density164/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities446
Restaurants333
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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