Brown Station, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Brown Station is a small town in Maryland with a population of 3,918. Residents earn $153,750 per year, which is 105% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,918 Population 635/sq mi density
$153,750 Median Income $63,703 per capita
$449,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$153,750 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$449,700 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $153,750
105% higher than US avg
Home Value $449,700
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,918
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density635/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$153,750
Per Capita$63,703
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$449,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.2%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

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

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute32 min
Libraries19

Is Brown Station a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brown Station receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. 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, high obesity rates. Brown Station stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brown Station is $153,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 105% above $75,149. This places Brown Station among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brown Station is $449,700, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Brown Station 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.

Brown Station has a population of 3,918 with a density of 635 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (91.1%), with 3.8% White.

Population

3,918
Total Population
635
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Brown Station vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.4%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.6%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Brown Station vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brown Station is $153,750, which is 105% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Brown Station vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$153,750
105% above US avg
Per Capita Income$63,703
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% 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 Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Brown Station is $449,700, 60% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$449,700
60% above US avg

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-Occupied73.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Brown Station, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.2% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Brown Station vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD3.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.7%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression14.2%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Brown Station 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

Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density635/sq mi
Coordinates38.8553°N, 76.7971°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% 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+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density635/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Work from Home11.3%

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