Bishopville, MD

Maryland

Bishopville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 665.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
665 Population 233/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $71,915 per capita
$520,700 Home Value $532,526 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $520,700
85% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population665
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density233/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$71,915
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,138M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$520,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$532,526

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation23 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+81.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute20 min
Libraries5

Is Bishopville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bishopville receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bishopville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

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 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bishopville is $520,700, making it a premium housing market at 85% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bishopville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bishopville has a population of 665 with a density of 233 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 9.6% Black.

Population

665
Total Population
233
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

Race & Ethnicity

Bishopville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bishopville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bishopville 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 20 minutes.

Income: Bishopville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$71,915
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$84,523

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,455
County GDP$4,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants478
Healthcare168
Retail376
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,989
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home26.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bishopville is $520,700, 85% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $532,526.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$520,700
85% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$532,526

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-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,989
43% above US avg
Effective Rate0.96%
In Bishopville, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death7,635/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities168

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Bishopville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density233/sq mi
Coordinates38.4386°N, 75.2095°W
County FIPS24047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+81.6%
School Test Score5.85
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density233/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants478
Retail Stores376

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home26.7%

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