Callaway, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Callaway is a small town in Maryland with a population of 1,087. Residents earn $148,167 per year, which is 97% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,087 Population 228/sq mi density
$148,167 Median Income $62,034 per capita
$361,500 Home Value $427,021 Zillow
$1,360 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$148,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$361,500 home value, $1,360/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $148,167
97% higher than US avg
Home Value $361,500
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,360
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,087
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density228/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$148,167
Per Capita$62,034
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$10,446M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$361,500
Rent$1,360
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,021

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation90 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Callaway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Callaway receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Callaway stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Callaway is $148,167, which is significantly higher than the national average — 97% above $75,149. This places Callaway among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Callaway is $361,500, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,360 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Callaway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Callaway has a population of 1,087 with a density of 228 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 5.4% Black.

Population

1,087
Total Population
228
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Callaway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Callaway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Callaway is $148,167, which is 97% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Callaway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$148,167
97% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,034
Avg Weekly Wage$1,642
IRS Avg AGI$94,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,185
County GDP$10,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants211
Healthcare189
Retail302
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,122
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Callaway is $361,500, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,360 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,021.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$361,500
28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$427,021
Median List Price$505,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$505,000
$/Sq Ft$187
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,360
17% 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-Occupied82.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,122
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In Callaway, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death8,105/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Callaway has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation90 ft (27 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density228/sq mi
Coordinates38.2339°N, 76.5289°W
County FIPS24037
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density228/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants211
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home11.2%

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