Clear Spring, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Clear Spring is a small town in Maryland with a population of 394. Residents earn $59,250 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
394 Population 3,283/sq mi density
$59,250 Median Income $30,084 per capita
$146,300 Home Value $357,074 Zillow
$1,182 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$59,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,300 home value, $1,182/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,250
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,182
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population394
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density3,283/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,250
Per Capita$30,084
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$9,961M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,300
Rent$1,182
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$357,074

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation545 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute25 min
EV Stations2
Libraries9

Is Clear Spring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clear Spring receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Clear Spring offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clear Spring is $59,250, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clear Spring is $146,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,182 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clear Spring experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Clear Spring has a population of 394 with a density of 3,283 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.7%).

Population

394
Total Population
3,283
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Clear Spring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.2%
24% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clear Spring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clear Spring is $59,250, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Clear Spring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,250
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,084
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$68,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% 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 Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Clear Spring is $146,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,182 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $357,074.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,300
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$357,074

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,182
2% above US avg

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-Occupied51.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,722
6% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Clear Spring, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clear Spring vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death10,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities446

Crime Rates: Clear Spring vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Clear Spring has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density3,283/sq mi
Coordinates39.6561°N, 77.9304°W
County FIPS24043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.85
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,283/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities446
Restaurants333
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

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