Drum Point, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Drum Point is a small town in Maryland with a population of 3,219. Residents earn $133,059 per year, which is 77% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,219 Population 1,928/sq mi density
$133,059 Median Income $49,572 per capita
$383,200 Home Value
$1,714 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$133,059 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$383,200 home value, $1,714/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,059
77% higher than US avg
Home Value $383,200
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,714
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,219
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,928/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans14.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$133,059
Per Capita$49,572
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$10,446M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$383,200
Rent$1,714
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation20 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute45 min
Broadband95.6%
Libraries3

Is Drum Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Drum Point receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Drum Point stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Drum Point is $133,059, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Drum Point among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Drum Point is $383,200, 36% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,714 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Drum Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Drum Point has a population of 3,219 with a density of 1,928 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 5.5% Black.

Population

3,219
Total Population
1,928
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Drum Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Drum Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Drum Point is $133,059, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Drum Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,059
77% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,572
Avg Weekly Wage$1,642
IRS Avg AGI$94,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,185
County GDP$10,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants211
Healthcare189
Retail302
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,122
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.0 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Drum Point is $383,200, 36% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,714 (47% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$383,200
36% above US avg
Median List Price$390,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$390,000
$/Sq Ft$292
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops15.4%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,714
47% above US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

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-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,122
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Drum Point, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Drum Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death8,105/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Drum Point has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density1,928/sq mi
Coordinates38.3304°N, 76.4360°W
County FIPS24037
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.2-point margin. 95.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.9%
7% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.85
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,928/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants211
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.0 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.7%

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