Hagerstown, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Washington County County
Hagerstown, MD
At a Glance
How Hagerstown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hagerstown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hagerstown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hagerstown residents earn a median household income of $49,957 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,166. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3% (131% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,704 business establishments, including 333 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hagerstown is $207,700 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $300,805. Median rent is $1,041/month, with 31.3% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Hagerstown reports 721 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,477/100K. The murder rate is 9.2/100K.
Education
19.7% of adults in Hagerstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hagerstown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.