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Burkittsville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Burkittsville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 143. Residents earn $102,708 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
143 Population 318/sq mi density
$102,708 Median Income $55,683 per capita
$443,800 Home Value
$1,104 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$102,708 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$443,800 home value, $1,104/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,708
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $443,800
57% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.7%
45% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,104
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density318/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$102,708
Per Capita$55,683
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$20,352M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$443,800
Rent$1,104
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units72
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity34.1%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking10.6%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.7%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+25.4%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute33 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries11

Is Burkittsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burkittsville receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Burkittsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burkittsville is $102,708, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Burkittsville among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burkittsville is $443,800, making it a premium housing market at 57% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,104 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Burkittsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Burkittsville has a population of 143 with a density of 318 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

143
Total Population
318
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Burkittsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burkittsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burkittsville is $102,708, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Burkittsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,708
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,683
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$99,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% 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 Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Burkittsville is $443,800, 57% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,104 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$443,800
57% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,104
5% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

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-Occupied71.6%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,766
65% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Burkittsville, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 10.6% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.3%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits69.9%
Premature Death5,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.3%
Healthcare Facilities755
Burkittsville 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. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density318/sq mi
Coordinates39.3935°N, 77.6278°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.8-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 53.2%

Winner: Democrat by 8.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.7%
45% above US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+25.4%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density318/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities755
Restaurants526
Retail Stores710

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home14.3%

Nearby Cities

Jefferson, MD 2,891 pop · 5.0 mi Brunswick, MD 7,994 pop · 5.2 mi Middletown, MD 5,108 pop · 5.9 mi Braddock Heights, MD 2,606 pop · 7.3 mi Keedysville, MD 1,243 pop · 7.4 mi Bolivar, WV 1,317 pop · 8.2 mi Boonsboro, MD 3,799 pop · 8.3 mi Lovettsville, VA 2,697 pop · 8.6 mi Myersville, MD 2,464 pop · 8.6 mi Point of Rocks, MD 2,333 pop · 9.6 mi Shepherdstown, WV 1,399 pop · 9.8 mi Adamstown, MD 2,381 pop · 10.4 mi Ballenger Creek, MD 25,866 pop · 11.1 mi Shenandoah Junction, WV 1,339 pop · 11.6 mi
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