Brunswick, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Brunswick is a small city in Maryland with a population of 7,994. Residents earn $115,972 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
7,994 Population 2,437/sq mi density
$115,972 Median Income $51,219 per capita
$348,500 Home Value $404,751 Zillow
$1,139 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
491 Violent Crime/100K 1,309 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$115,972 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$348,500 home value, $1,139/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
491 violent crimes/100K (29% above avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,972
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,500
24% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 491/100K
29% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.6%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,139
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,994
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density2,437/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,972
Per Capita$51,219
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$3,037M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$348,500
Rent$1,139
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$404,751

Crime

F
Violent491/100K
Property1,309/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault425/100K
Burglary311/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation435 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.6%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute40 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Brunswick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brunswick receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Brunswick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brunswick is $115,972, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Brunswick among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brunswick is $348,500, 24% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,139 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 491 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,309 per 100,000, 33% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Brunswick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Brunswick has a population of 7,994 with a density of 2,437 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 7.4% Black.

Population

7,994
Total Population
2,437
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Brunswick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brunswick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brunswick is $115,972, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Brunswick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,972
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,219
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$83,954

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,314
County GDP$3,037M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare80
Retail145
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,965
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.0 min
Work from Home17.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Brunswick is $348,500, 24% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,139 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $404,751.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,500
24% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$404,751
Median List Price$453,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$453,450
$/Sq Ft$213
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,139
2% below 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-Occupied86.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,965
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.85%
In Brunswick, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death9,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities80
Brunswick has a violent crime rate of 491 per 100,000 residents, 29% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,309 per 100,000 (33% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent490.9/100K
29% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape32.7/100K
Robbery32.7/100K
Assault425.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,309.1/100K
33% below US avg
Burglary310.9/100K
Theft949.1/100K
Vehicle Theft49.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Brunswick has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation435 ft (133 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density2,437/sq mi
Coordinates39.3180°N, 77.6253°W
County FIPS54037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 15.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.6%
9% above US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.85
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,437/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants129
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.0 min
Work from Home17.9%

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