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Jugtown, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Jugtown is a small town in Maryland with a population of 93.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
93 Population 282/sq mi density
$329,200 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
79.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $329,200
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 79.6%
136% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population93
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,141
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,961M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home Value$329,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units35
Rent Burden28.4%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking13.2%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation786 ft (240 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+79.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute23 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries9

Is Jugtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jugtown receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Jugtown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jugtown is $329,200, 17% above the national median.

Education

Jugtown is a highly educated community — 79.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jugtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jugtown has a population of 93 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

93
Total Population
282
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jugtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jugtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jugtown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Jugtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$46,141
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$68,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,704
County GDP$9,961M

Business (County)

Restaurants333
Healthcare446
Retail547
Manufacturing135

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,722
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jugtown is $329,200, 17% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$329,200
17% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.4%

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 Units35
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,722
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Jugtown, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits68.8%
Premature Death10,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities446
Jugtown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation786 ft (240 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density282/sq mi
Coordinates39.6143°N, 77.5943°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 79.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (136% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+79.6%
136% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density282/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities446
Restaurants333
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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