Greensboro, MD

Maryland

Greensboro is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,563. Residents earn $44,934 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,563 Population 2,395/sq mi density
$44,934 Median Income $23,135 per capita
$230,600 Home Value $299,970 Zillow
$974 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
108 Violent Crime/100K 2,421 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$44,934 median income, 2.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$230,600 home value, $974/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
108 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,934
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,600
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 108/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.2%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $974
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,563
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density2,395/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,934
Per Capita$23,135
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$1,590M
Commute38 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$230,600
Rent$974
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$299,970

Crime

F
Violent108/100K
Property2,421/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault108/100K
Burglary377/100K

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation32 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.2%
High School+79.9%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute38 min
Libraries3

Is Greensboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greensboro receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Greensboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greensboro is $44,934, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greensboro is $230,600, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $974 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Greensboro is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,421 per 100,000, 24% above the national average.

Education

5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Greensboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Greensboro has a population of 2,563 with a density of 2,395 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56%), with 8.2% Hispanic, 15.8% Black.

Population

2,563
Total Population
2,395
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Greensboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.3%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.7%
62% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Greensboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greensboro is $44,934, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Greensboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,934
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,135
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$61,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)732
County GDP$1,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare47
Retail85
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Greensboro is $230,600, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $974 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,970.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,600
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$299,970

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$974
16% below US avg

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-Occupied51.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Greensboro, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death10,061/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities47
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,421 per 100,000 (24% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent107.6/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault107.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,420.7/100K
24% above US avg
Burglary376.6/100K
Theft2,044.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Greensboro has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation32 ft (10 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density2,395/sq mi
Coordinates38.9764°N, 75.8081°W
County FIPS24011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.2%
85% below US avg
High School+79.9%
School Test Score5.85
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,395/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants37
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Work from Home4.8%

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