East New Market, MD

Maryland

East New Market is a small town in Maryland with a population of 324. Residents earn $40,417 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
324 Population 810/sq mi density
$40,417 Median Income $29,678 per capita
$244,200 Home Value $321,359 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$40,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$244,200 home value, $1,125/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,417
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $244,200
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

How East New Market Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population324
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density810/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,417
Per Capita$29,678
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$1,590M
Commute32 min

Housing

B
Home Value$244,200
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,359

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation42 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Libraries3

Is East New Market a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East New Market receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. East New Market has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East New Market is $40,417, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East New Market is $244,200, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East New Market experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

East New Market has a population of 324 with a density of 810 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 20.1% Black.

Population

324
Total Population
810
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

East New Market vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East New Market vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East New Market is $40,417, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: East New Market vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,417
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,678
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$61,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)732
County GDP$1,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare47
Retail85
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in East New Market is $244,200, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,359.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,200
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,359

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below 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-Occupied70.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In East New Market, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East New Market vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death10,061/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities47

Crime Rates: East New Market vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

East New Market has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation42 ft (13 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density810/sq mi
Coordinates38.5970°N, 75.9231°W
County FIPS24011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density810/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants37
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Work from Home17.4%

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