Frostburg, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Allegany County County
Frostburg, MD
At a Glance
How Frostburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Frostburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Frostburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Frostburg residents earn a median household income of $51,052 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,978. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8% (89% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,577 business establishments, including 167 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Frostburg is $172,600 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $182,225. Median rent is $865/month, with 29.5% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Frostburg reports 29 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 115/100K.
Education
41.3% of adults in Frostburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above the national average). 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Frostburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches.