Dames Quarter, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Dames Quarter is a small town in Maryland with a population of 207. Residents earn $69,342 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
207 Population 17/sq mi density
$69,342 Median Income $24,812 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,342 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,342
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population207
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,342
Per Capita$24,812
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,231M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation1 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
CommuteN/A
Broadband62.0%
Libraries3

Is Dames Quarter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dames Quarter receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Dames Quarter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dames Quarter is $69,342, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dames Quarter enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dames Quarter has a population of 207 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

207
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
11.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dames Quarter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dames Quarter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dames Quarter is $69,342, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dames Quarter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,342
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,812
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$51,924

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)452
County GDP$1,231M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare47
Retail58
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,126
11% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied90.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,126
11% below US avg
In Dames Quarter, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dames Quarter vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death10,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access9.8%
Healthcare Facilities47

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Dames Quarter has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Area11.9 sq mi (30.8 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates38.1729°N, 75.8900°W
County FIPS24039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.4-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area11.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants25
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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