Cumberland, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Allegany County County
Cumberland, MD
At a Glance
How Cumberland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cumberland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cumberland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cumberland residents earn a median household income of $47,819 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,217. The unemployment rate stands at 7.7% (114% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,577 business establishments, including 167 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cumberland is $120,800 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $158,708. Median rent is $728/month, with 31.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1942.
Safety & Crime
Cumberland reports 454 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 19% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,959/100K.
Education
22.1% of adults in Cumberland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cumberland has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches.