Glen Burnie, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Glen Burnie is a mid-size city in Maryland with a population of 72,772. Residents earn $88,291 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
72,772 Population 4,204/sq mi density
$88,291 Median Income $42,379 per capita
$329,200 Home Value $388,319 Zillow
$1,607 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$88,291 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$329,200 home value, $1,607/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,291
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $329,200
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,607
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population72,772
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density4,204/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,291
Per Capita$42,379
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$65,579M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$329,200
Rent$1,607
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$388,319

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation49 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 12% / D 85%
Commute28 min
EV Stations19
Libraries25

Is Glen Burnie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Burnie receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Glen Burnie stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen Burnie is $88,291, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glen Burnie is $329,200, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,607 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Burnie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Glen Burnie has a population of 72,772 with a density of 4,204 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 25.3% Black.

Population

72,772
Total Population
4,204
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
17.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Burnie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.7%
2% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Glen Burnie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Burnie is $88,291, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Glen Burnie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,291
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,379
Avg Weekly Wage$1,593
IRS Avg AGI$65,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,856
County GDP$65,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,502
Healthcare1,644
Retail1,644
Manufacturing363

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Burnie is $329,200, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,607 (38% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,319.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$329,200
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$388,319
Median List Price$364,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$364,500
$/Sq Ft$233
Homes Sold54
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops27.7%
Inventory94

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,607
38% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,676

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-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Glen Burnie, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Glen Burnie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death15,998/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access98.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,644

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Safety Score

Glen Burnie has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall19.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area17.3 sq mi (44.8 km²)
Population Density4,204/sq mi
Coordinates39.1563°N, 76.6070°W
County FIPS24510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 73-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 12.2%
D 85.2%

Winner: Democrat by 73 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,204/sq mi
Total Area17.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations19
Alt Fuel Stations21
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities1,644
Restaurants1,502
Retail Stores1,644

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home10.1%

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