Croom, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Croom is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,519. Residents earn $176,758 per year, which is 135% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,519 Population 74/sq mi density
$176,758 Median Income $68,173 per capita
$614,500 Home Value
$1,367 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$176,758 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$614,500 home value, $1,367/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $176,758
135% higher than US avg
Home Value $614,500
118% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,367
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,519
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

A+
Median Income$176,758
Per Capita$68,173
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$614,500
Rent$1,367
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation113 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute45 min
Libraries19

Is Croom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Croom receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Croom stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Croom is $176,758, which is significantly higher than the national average — 135% above $75,149. This places Croom among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Croom is $614,500, making it a premium housing market at 118% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,367 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Croom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Croom has a population of 2,519 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 43.3% Black.

Population

2,519
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
34.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Croom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Croom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Croom is $176,758, which is 135% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Croom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$176,758
135% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,173
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,770
County GDP$65,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,546
Healthcare2,219
Retail2,225
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.5 min
Work from Home30.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Croom is $614,500, 118% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,367 (18% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$614,500
118% above US avg
Median List Price$749,550

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$749,550
$/Sq Ft$349
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.1%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,367
18% 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-Occupied89.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate0.90%
In Croom, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Croom has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall15.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation113 ft (34 m)
Area34.2 sq mi (88.6 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates38.7398°N, 76.7552°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 75.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 11.2%
D 86.4%

Winner: Democrat by 75.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area34.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.5 min
Work from Home30.6%

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