Maryland
Crisfield is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,468. Residents earn $49,602 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Crisfield receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Crisfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Crisfield is $49,602, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Crisfield is $137,100, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Crisfield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 37 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 521 per 100,000, 73% below the national average.
21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Crisfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,602 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,955 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,012 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,546 |
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.8% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,264 |
| County GDP | $2,039M |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
| Commute Time | 21.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
| Census Median | $137,100 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $167,036 |
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.1% |
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,239/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Total Violent | 37.2/100K |
| 90% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 37.2/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 520.6/100K |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 520.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | -2 ft (-1 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,418/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9755°N, 75.8545°W |
| County FIPS | 51001 |
Winner: Republican by 13.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.5% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.85 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,418/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 78.1% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Retail Stores | 146 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 21.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |