Calverton, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Calverton is a small city in Maryland with a population of 17,721. Residents earn $108,315 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
17,721 Population 3,869/sq mi density
$108,315 Median Income $47,049 per capita
$468,600 Home Value
$2,208 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$108,315 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$468,600 home value, $2,208/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,315
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $468,600
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.5%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,208
90% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,721
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density3,869/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 24%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,315
Per Capita$47,049
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$37,130M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$468,600
Rent$2,208
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.9%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Elevation339 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.5%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 69%
Commute33 min
Libraries7

Is Calverton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calverton receives an overall livability score of 4.5 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. Calverton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calverton is $108,315, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Calverton among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.3% 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 Calverton is $468,600, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,208 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Calverton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Calverton has a population of 17,721 with a density of 3,869 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (39.5%), with 23.9% White.

Population

17,721
Total Population
3,869
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Calverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.6%
37% below US avg
Spanish50.4%
276% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Calverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calverton is $108,315, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Calverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,315
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,049
Avg Weekly Wage$1,672
IRS Avg AGI$131,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,342
County GDP$37,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants703
Healthcare1,202
Retail822
Manufacturing168

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,202
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Calverton is $468,600, 66% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,208 (90% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$468,600
66% above US avg
Median List Price$369,949

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$369,949
$/Sq Ft$267
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,208
90% 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-Occupied68.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,202
134% above US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Calverton, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression15.9%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death4,573/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access98.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,202

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Calverton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation339 ft (103 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density3,869/sq mi
Coordinates39.0581°N, 76.9508°W
County FIPS24027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27.4%
D 69.1%

Winner: Democrat by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.5%
29% above US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,869/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,202
Restaurants703
Retail Stores822

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Work from Home7.9%

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