Kingstown, MD

Maryland

Kingstown is a small town in Maryland with a population of 1,836. Residents earn $90,288 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,836 Population 809/sq mi density
$90,288 Median Income $44,108 per capita
$282,500 Home Value
$1,806 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$90,288 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$282,500 home value, $1,806/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,288
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $282,500
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.9%
27% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,806
55% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,836
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density809/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,288
Per Capita$44,108
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$1,248M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$282,500
Rent$1,806
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation12 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.9%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Kingstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingstown receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Kingstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingstown is $90,288, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingstown is $282,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,806 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingstown 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 46.0 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kingstown has a population of 1,836 with a density of 809 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

1,836
Total Population
809
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingstown is $90,288, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Kingstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,288
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,108
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$83,043

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)750
County GDP$1,248M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare67
Retail79
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,689
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingstown is $282,500, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,806 (55% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$282,500
0% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,806
55% 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-Occupied89.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,689
63% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Kingstown, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death8,863/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access43.2%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Kingstown 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 46.0 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 Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall16.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density809/sq mi
Coordinates39.2076°N, 76.0439°W
County FIPS24029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 42.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.2%
D 47.4%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.9%
27% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density809/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants60
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home8.1%

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