Charlton, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Charlton is a small town in Maryland with a population of 187.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
187 Population 1,169/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $79,314 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1,169/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$79,314
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,961M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation477 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute17 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries9

Is Charlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Charlton receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Charlton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

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

Charlton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Charlton has a population of 187 with a density of 1,169 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

187
Total Population
1,169
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Charlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Charlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charlton is N/A. 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 17 minutes.

Income: Charlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$79,314
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$68,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,704
County GDP$9,961M

Business (County)

Restaurants333
Healthcare446
Retail547
Manufacturing135

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,722
6% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,722
6% above US avg
In Charlton, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death10,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities446

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Charlton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation477 ft (145 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,169/sq mi
Coordinates39.6344°N, 77.8944°W
County FIPS24043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 23-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,169/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities446
Restaurants333
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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