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Deer Park, MD

Maryland

Deer Park is a small town in Maryland with a population of 302. Residents earn $50,481 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
302 Population 302/sq mi density
$50,481 Median Income $29,151 per capita
$140,600 Home Value $172,613 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$50,481 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,600 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,481
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population302
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density302/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,481
Per Capita$29,151
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$1,790M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,600
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$172,613
Housing Units179
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking18.6%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation2,520 ft (768 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+80.7%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute16 min
Broadband92.1%
Libraries5

Is Deer Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer Park receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Deer Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer Park is $50,481, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deer Park is $140,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Deer Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches, including 104.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Deer Park has a population of 302 with a density of 302 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

302
Total Population
302
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deer Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer Park is $50,481, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Deer Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,481
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,151
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$67,304

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,168
County GDP$1,790M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare81
Retail138
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Deer Park is $140,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,600
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$172,613

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied72.2%
Housing Units179
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,909
40% above US avg
Effective Rate3.49%
In Deer Park, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Deer Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits52.5%
Premature Death8,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities81
Deer Park has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall104.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,520 ft (768 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates39.4240°N, 79.3260°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.9%
D 21.9%

Winner: Republican by 54 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+80.7%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density302/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants85
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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