Home Value
$275,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
21.1%
70% higher than US avg
How Choptank Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population114
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans89.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,437
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$1,590M
Commute43 min
Housing
Home Value$275,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+78.9%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute43 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries3
Is Choptank a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Choptank receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Choptank faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Choptank is $275,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.
Education
7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Choptank experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Choptank has a population of 114 with a density of 475 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 21.1% Black.
Population
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Choptank is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $36,437 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,034 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,309 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 21.1% |
| 70% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 732 |
| County GDP | $1,590M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 37 |
| Healthcare | 47 |
| Retail | 85 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,864 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 42.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 20.7% |
The median home value in Choptank is $275,000, 2% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $275,000 |
| 2% below US avg |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,864 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.41% |
In Choptank, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Choptank vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,061/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 22.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 47 |
Choptank has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
35°F Jan (1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.3 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 475/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6823°N, 75.9494°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 24011 |