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Klondike, MD

Maryland

Klondike is a small town in Maryland with a population of 85. Residents earn $60,389 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
85 Population 218/sq mi density
$60,389 Median Income $46,193 per capita
$223,300 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,389 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$223,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,389
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $223,300
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.9%
57% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age80.1 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female64% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,389
Per Capita$46,193
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,542M

Housing

A+
Home Value$223,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units71
Rent Burden30.4%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking15.3%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,886 ft (575 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+24.5%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
CommuteN/A
Broadband76.0%
Libraries6

Is Klondike a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Klondike receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Klondike stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Klondike is $60,389, 20% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Klondike is $223,300, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Klondike is a highly educated community — 52.9% 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

Klondike experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 72.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Klondike has a population of 85 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 80.1 years, 106% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.1%).

Population

85
Total Population
218
People / sq mi
80.1yrs
Median Age
106% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.5%
Female 36.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Klondike vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Klondike vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Klondike is $60,389, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Klondike vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,389
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,193
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,577
County GDP$3,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants167
Healthcare256
Retail244
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Klondike is $223,300, 21% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,300
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.4%

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-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units71
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
In Klondike, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.4%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits55.8%
Premature Death11,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities256
Klondike has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall72.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,886 ft (575 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density218/sq mi
Coordinates39.6102°N, 78.9631°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 52.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.9%
57% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+24.5%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density218/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants167
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%

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