Gorman, MD

Maryland

Gorman is a small town in Maryland with a population of 262. Residents earn $72,886 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
262 Population 210/sq mi density
$72,886 Median Income $16,215 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$72,886 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,886
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.6%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density210/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$72,886
Per Capita$16,215
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.6%
County GDP$619M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Elevation2,603 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+60.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
CommuteN/A
Broadband94.0%
Libraries2

Is Gorman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gorman receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Gorman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gorman is $72,886, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gorman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches, including 117.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gorman has a population of 262 with a density of 210 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

262
Total Population
210
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gorman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gorman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gorman is $72,886, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Gorman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,886
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,215
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$55,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.6%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$619M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare24
Retail39
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,671
52% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$1,671
52% below US avg
In Gorman, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma13.8%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.7%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death11,644/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Gorman has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.7 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall117.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,603 ft (793 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density210/sq mi
Coordinates39.2927°N, 79.3528°W
County FIPS54023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.9%
D 9.9%

Winner: Republican by 79 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+60.1%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density210/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants25
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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