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Chewsville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Chewsville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 299. Residents earn $110,909 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
299 Population 356/sq mi density
$110,909 Median Income $48,326 per capita
$223,200 Home Value
$1,188 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$110,909 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$223,200 home value, $1,188/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,909
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $223,200
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.8%
80% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population299
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density356/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,909
Per Capita$48,326
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,961M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$223,200
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation687 ft (209 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+45.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries9

Is Chewsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chewsville receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Chewsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chewsville is $110,909, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places Chewsville among higher-income communities. 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 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chewsville is $223,200, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Chewsville is a highly educated community — 60.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Chewsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Chewsville has a population of 299 with a density of 356 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%).

Population

299
Total Population
356
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.9%
Female 39.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Chewsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chewsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chewsville is $110,909, which is 48% above 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 26 minutes.

Income: Chewsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,909
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,326
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
Effective Tax Rate1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone36.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Chewsville is $223,200, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,200
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

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-Occupied69.4%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,722
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.67%
In Chewsville, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.0%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death10,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities446
Chewsville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation687 ft (209 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density356/sq mi
Coordinates39.6484°N, 77.6312°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 60.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.8%
80% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+45.6%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density356/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities446
Restaurants333
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone36.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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