Grahamtown, MD

Maryland

Grahamtown is a small town in Maryland with a population of 385. Residents earn $155,598 per year, which is 107% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
385 Population 2,567/sq mi density
$155,598 Median Income $34,011 per capita
$95,900 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$155,598 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,900 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $155,598
107% higher than US avg
Home Value $95,900
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.8%
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population385
Median Age26.6 yrs
Density2,567/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$155,598
Per Capita$34,011
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$3,542M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units99

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking19.3%
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+39.4%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute12 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is Grahamtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grahamtown receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Grahamtown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grahamtown is $155,598, which is significantly higher than the national average — 107% above $75,149. This places Grahamtown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grahamtown is $95,900, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.8% 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

Grahamtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 72.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Grahamtown has a population of 385 with a density of 2,567 people per square mile. The median age is 26.6 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

385
Total Population
2,567
People / sq mi
26.6yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Grahamtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grahamtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grahamtown is $155,598, which is 107% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Grahamtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$155,598
107% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,011
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,577
County GDP$3,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants167
Healthcare256
Retail244
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grahamtown is $95,900, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,900
66% below US avg

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%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In Grahamtown, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 29.1% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep42.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits54.5%
Premature Death11,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities256
Grahamtown 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 is 45.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall72.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,567/sq mi
Coordinates39.6449°N, 78.9223°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 42.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.8%
27% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+39.4%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,567/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants167
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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