Friendsville, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Garrett County County
Friendsville, MD
At a Glance
How Friendsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Friendsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Friendsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Friendsville residents earn a median household income of $44,514 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,075. The unemployment rate stands at 9.2% (156% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,168 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Friendsville is $145,800 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $225,686. Median rent is $625/month, with 28.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Education
12.3% of adults in Friendsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Friendsville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.