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Church Creek, MD

Maryland

Church Creek is a small town in Maryland with a population of 131. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
131 Population 385/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $48,743 per capita
$245,800 Home Value $270,709 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 17.1% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$245,800 home value, $3,501/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $245,800
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density385/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans88.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$48,743
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$1,801M
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$245,800
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$270,709
Housing Units62
Rent Burden17.1%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking14.5%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+16.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute34 min
Broadband78.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Church Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Church Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Church Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Church Creek is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Church Creek is $245,800, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Church Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Church Creek has a population of 131 with a density of 385 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

131
Total Population
385
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Church Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Church Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Church Creek is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Church Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,743
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$59,254

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)798
County GDP$1,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail95
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,084
17% above US avg
Cost of Living105.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home23.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Church Creek is $245,800, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,709.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,800
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,709

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden17.1%

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-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,084
17% above US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Church Creek, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Church Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,954
Dentists1:1,488
Mental Health1:365
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits61.7%
Premature Death12,187/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities69
Church Creek has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density385/sq mi
Coordinates38.5049°N, 76.1540°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+16.0%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density385/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home23.9%

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