Huntingtown, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Huntingtown is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,634. Residents earn $177,870 per year, which is 137% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,634 Population 326/sq mi density
$177,870 Median Income $73,412 per capita
$593,500 Home Value $601,979 Zillow
$1,852 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$177,870 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$593,500 home value, $1,852/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $177,870
137% higher than US avg
Home Value $593,500
111% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.0%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,852
59% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,634
Median Age50.9 yrs
Density326/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A+
Median Income$177,870
Per Capita$73,412
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$6,248M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$593,500
Rent$1,852
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$601,979

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation148 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.0%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute47 min
Libraries5

Is Huntingtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huntingtown receives an overall livability score of 4.5 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. Huntingtown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huntingtown is $177,870, which is significantly higher than the national average — 137% above $75,149. This places Huntingtown among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Huntingtown is $593,500, making it a premium housing market at 111% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,852 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Huntingtown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Huntingtown has a population of 2,634 with a density of 326 people per square mile. The median age is 50.9 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 15% Black.

Population

2,634
Total Population
326
People / sq mi
50.9yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Huntingtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Huntingtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huntingtown is $177,870, which is 137% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Huntingtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$177,870
137% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,412
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$100,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% 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 Rate0.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.5 min
Work from Home24.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Huntingtown is $593,500, 111% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,852 (59% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $601,979.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$593,500
111% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$601,979
Median List Price$712,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$712,500
$/Sq Ft$155
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops42.9%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,852
59% above 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-Occupied90.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,763
36% above US avg
Effective Rate0.80%
In Huntingtown, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death6,742/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Huntingtown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall15.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (20.9 km²)
Population Density326/sq mi
Coordinates38.6124°N, 76.6215°W
County FIPS24009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above 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+37.0%
10% above US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.85
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density326/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities197
Restaurants156
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.5 min
Work from Home24.2%

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