Maryland
Chestertown is a small city in Maryland with a population of 5,548. Residents earn $47,047 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Based on current data, Chestertown receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chestertown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Chestertown is $47,047, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Chestertown is $333,900, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,090 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
The violent crime rate of 436 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,462 per 100,000, 26% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Chestertown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,047 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,565 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,017 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,043 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 750 |
| County GDP | $1,248M |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,689 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.70% |
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
| Census Median | $333,900 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $381,378 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,090 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,689 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.70% |
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,863/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Total Violent | 435.5/100K |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 18.9/100K |
| Robbery | 75.7/100K |
| Assault | 340.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,461.7/100K |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 776.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,609.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 75.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 16.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 74 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,926/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2204°N, 76.0705°W |
| County FIPS | 24029 |
Winner: Republican by 2.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 45.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.85 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,926/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 11 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 11 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Retail Stores | 79 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 20.5 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |