Hughesville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Hughesville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,280. Residents earn $122,981 per year, which is 64% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,280 Population 204/sq mi density
$122,981 Median Income $75,031 per capita
$522,400 Home Value $575,049 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$122,981 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$522,400 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $122,981
64% higher than US avg
Home Value $522,400
85% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.0%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,280
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A+
Median Income$122,981
Per Capita$75,031
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,248M
Commute48 min

Housing

A
Home Value$522,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$575,049

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation159 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.0%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute48 min
EV Stations3
Libraries5

Is Hughesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hughesville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Hughesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hughesville is $122,981, which is significantly higher than the national average — 64% above $75,149. This places Hughesville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hughesville is $522,400, making it a premium housing market at 85% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hughesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hughesville has a population of 2,280 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 26.7% Black.

Population

2,280
Total Population
204
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
11.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hughesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hughesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hughesville is $122,981, which is 64% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Hughesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$122,981
64% above US avg
Per Capita Income$75,031
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$100,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,022
County GDP$6,248M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare197
Retail191
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,763
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.3 min
Work from Home16.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hughesville is $522,400, 85% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $575,049.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$522,400
85% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$575,049

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-Occupied98.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,763
36% above US avg
Effective Rate0.91%
In Hughesville, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death6,742/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities197

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Hughesville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation159 ft (48 m)
Area11.2 sq mi (28.9 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates38.5374°N, 76.7728°W
County FIPS24009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.0%
11% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area11.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities197
Restaurants156
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.3 min
Work from Home16.2%

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