Easton, MD

Maryland

Easton is a small city in Maryland with a population of 17,202. Residents earn $73,460 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
17,202 Population 1,500/sq mi density
$73,460 Median Income $44,843 per capita
$348,400 Home Value $440,626 Zillow
$1,177 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
464 Violent Crime/100K 3,097 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$73,460 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$348,400 home value, $1,177/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
464 violent crimes/100K (22% above avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,460
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $348,400
24% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 464/100K
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,177
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,202
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density1,500/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,460
Per Capita$44,843
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$2,787M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$348,400
Rent$1,177
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$440,626

Crime

F
Violent464/100K
Property3,097/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault363/100K
Burglary476/100K

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation36 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute23 min
EV Stations6
Libraries2

Is Easton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Easton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Easton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Easton is $73,460, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Easton is $348,400, 24% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,177 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 464 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,097 per 100,000, 58% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Easton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Easton has a population of 17,202 with a density of 1,500 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 14.4% Black.

Population

17,202
Total Population
1,500
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
11.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Easton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.4%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.6%
6% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Easton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Easton is $73,460, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Easton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,460
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,843
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$120,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,596
County GDP$2,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants143
Healthcare195
Retail208
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,436
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Easton is $348,400, 24% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,177 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $440,626.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,400
24% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$440,626
Median List Price$484,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$484,999
$/Sq Ft$211
Homes Sold20
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops29.6%
Inventory81

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,177
1% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,228

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-Occupied59.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,436
84% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Easton, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Easton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities195
Easton has a violent crime rate of 464 per 100,000 residents, 22% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,097 per 100,000 (58% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent464.5/100K
22% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape35.7/100K
Robbery65.5/100K
Assault363.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,096.5/100K
58% above US avg
Burglary476.4/100K
Theft2,572.5/100K
Vehicle Theft47.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Easton has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area11.5 sq mi (29.7 km²)
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Coordinates38.7763°N, 76.0705°W
County FIPS24041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.1%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Total Area11.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities195
Restaurants143
Retail Stores208

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home13.4%

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