Edgewood, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Edgewood is a small city in Maryland with a population of 25,170. Residents earn $86,355 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
25,170 Population 1,472/sq mi density
$86,355 Median Income $37,000 per capita
$234,700 Home Value $262,708 Zillow
$1,435 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$86,355 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$234,700 home value, $1,435/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,355
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $234,700
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,435
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population25,170
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,472/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 38%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,355
Per Capita$37,000
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$17,906M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$234,700
Rent$1,435
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$262,708

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Elevation85 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute30 min
EV Stations2
Libraries13

Is Edgewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgewood receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Edgewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgewood is $86,355, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgewood is $234,700, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,435 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Edgewood has a population of 25,170 with a density of 1,472 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (44.9%), with 38.4% White, 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

25,170
Total Population
1,472
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
17.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgewood is $86,355, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Edgewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,355
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,318
IRS Avg AGI$91,308

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,155
County GDP$17,906M

Business (County)

Restaurants447
Healthcare665
Retail664
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,446
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgewood is $234,700, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,435 (23% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,708.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,700
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$262,708
Median List Price$264,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$264,000
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold16
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops30.2%
Inventory43

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,435
23% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,617

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-Occupied68.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,446
27% above US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In Edgewood, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death7,205/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access92.5%
Healthcare Facilities665

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Edgewood has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area17.1 sq mi (44.3 km²)
Population Density1,472/sq mi
Coordinates39.4203°N, 76.2968°W
County FIPS24025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.7%
D 41.9%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,472/sq mi
Total Area17.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities665
Restaurants447
Retail Stores664

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Work from Home9.4%

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