Eden, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Eden is a small town in Maryland with a population of 790. Residents earn $30,609 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
790 Population 141/sq mi density
$30,609 Median Income $19,404 per capita
$47,100 Home Value $319,917 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$30,609 median income, 12.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,100 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,609
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,100
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.6%
250% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.0%
223% higher than US avg

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

People

Population790
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density141/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

F
Median Income$30,609
Per Capita$19,404
Unemployment12.6%
Poverty40.0%
County GDP$7,088M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$319,917

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation26 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+72.8%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute43 min
Broadband82.4%
Libraries4

Is Eden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eden receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Eden has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eden is $30,609, 59% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 40.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eden is $47,100, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Eden 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.

Eden has a population of 790 with a density of 141 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59%), with 7.8% Hispanic, 33.2% Black.

Population

790
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Eden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Eden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eden is $30,609, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Eden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,609
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,404
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$62,318

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.6%
250% above US avg
Poverty Rate40.0%
223% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,657
County GDP$7,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare362
Retail333
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,389
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.3 min
Drive Alone57.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Eden is $47,100, 83% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,917.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,100
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$319,917

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-Occupied80.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,389
3% below US avg
Effective Rate7.20%
In Eden, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure41.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death9,977/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access72.7%
Healthcare Facilities362

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Eden 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

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates38.2782°N, 75.6548°W
County FIPS24045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.5-point margin. 82.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.5%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 5.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+72.8%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density141/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities362
Restaurants209
Retail Stores333

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.3 min
Drive Alone57.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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