Buckeystown, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Buckeystown is a small town in Maryland with a population of 1,317. Residents earn $141,250 per year, which is 88% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,317 Population 1,447/sq mi density
$141,250 Median Income $62,021 per capita
$539,400 Home Value
$2,398 Median Rent
57°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
$141,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$539,400 home value, $2,398/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $141,250
88% higher than US avg
Home Value $539,400
91% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.6%
44% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,398
106% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,317
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density1,447/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$141,250
Per Capita$62,021
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$20,352M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$539,400
Rent$2,398
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation333 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.6%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute31 min
Libraries11

Is Buckeystown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckeystown 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. Buckeystown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buckeystown is $141,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 88% above $75,149. This places Buckeystown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buckeystown is $539,400, making it a premium housing market at 91% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,398 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Buckeystown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Buckeystown has a population of 1,317 with a density of 1,447 people per square mile. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 8.4% Black.

Population

1,317
Total Population
1,447
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckeystown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.4%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.6%
24% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Buckeystown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckeystown is $141,250, which is 88% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Buckeystown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$141,250
88% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,021
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$99,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,170
County GDP$20,352M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare755
Retail710
Manufacturing168

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,766
65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Work from Home23.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Buckeystown is $539,400, 91% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,398 (106% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$539,400
91% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$271
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,398
106% above 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-Occupied55.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,766
65% above US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In Buckeystown, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 17.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity17.0%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress9.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death5,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.3%
Healthcare Facilities755

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Buckeystown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation333 ft (101 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,447/sq mi
Coordinates39.3241°N, 77.4281°W
County FIPS24021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 53.2%

Winner: Democrat by 8.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.6%
44% above US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,447/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities755
Restaurants526
Retail Stores710

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Work from Home23.1%

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