Carlos, MD

Maryland

Carlos is a small town in Maryland with a population of 57. Residents earn $45,500 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
57 Population 197/sq mi density
$45,500 Median Income $33,263 per capita
$105,000 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,500
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density197/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,500
Per Capita$33,263
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,542M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units35

Health

Obesity28.3%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking12.8%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation2,015 ft (614 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute27 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries6

Is Carlos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlos receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Carlos stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlos is $45,500, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlos is $105,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlos experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 72.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Carlos has a population of 57 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

57
Total Population
197
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.3%
Female 73.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlos is $45,500, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Carlos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,500
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,263
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,577
County GDP$3,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants167
Healthcare256
Retail244
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlos is $105,000, 63% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,000
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units35
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Carlos, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.2%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking13.2%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits53.0%
Premature Death11,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities256
Carlos has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall72.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,015 ft (614 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates39.6237°N, 78.9567°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density197/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants167
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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