Fishing Creek, MD

Maryland

Fishing Creek is a small town in Maryland with a population of 179.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
179 Population 169/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $31,651 per capita
$293,800 Home Value $317,704 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $293,800
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population179
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,651
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,801M
Commute8 min

Housing

Home Value$293,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$317,704

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation2 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute8 min
Libraries2

Is Fishing Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fishing Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fishing Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fishing Creek is $293,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fishing Creek 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 45.3 inches, including 12.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fishing Creek has a population of 179 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

179
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.8%
Female 68.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fishing Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fishing Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fishing Creek is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Fishing Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,651
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$59,254

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)798
County GDP$1,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail95
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,084
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fishing Creek is $293,800, 4% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,704.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$293,800
4% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$317,704

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,084
17% above US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Fishing Creek, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fishing Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death12,187/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities69

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Fishing Creek 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 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall12.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2 ft (1 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates38.3370°N, 76.2217°W
County FIPS24019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.85
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density169/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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