Chesapeake City, MD

Chesapeake City, MD

At a Glance

How Chesapeake City Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Chesapeake City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Chesapeake City a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Chesapeake City residents earn a median household income of $67,109 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,716. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,963 business establishments, including 178 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Chesapeake City is $335,200 , 19% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $401,403. Median rent is $1,005/month, with 33.7% 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 1951.

Safety & Crime

Chesapeake City reports 1,452 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 282% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,356/100K.

Education

32.8% of adults in Chesapeake City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Chesapeake City 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 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

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