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Chesapeake Beach, MD
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Chesapeake Beach, MD
At a Glance
How Chesapeake Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chesapeake Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chesapeake Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chesapeake Beach residents earn a median household income of $135,888 , which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,705. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,022 business establishments, including 156 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chesapeake Beach is $438,300 , 55% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $451,746. Median rent is $1,490/month, with 37.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1993.
Safety & Crime
Chesapeake Beach reports 362 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,689/100K.
Education
51.1% of adults in Chesapeake Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above the national average). 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chesapeake Beach has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.