Layhill, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Layhill is a small city in Maryland with a population of 5,392. Residents earn $119,453 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
5,392 Population 3,391/sq mi density
$119,453 Median Income $43,932 per capita
$582,600 Home Value
$1,953 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$119,453 median income, 3.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$582,600 home value, $1,953/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,453
59% higher than US avg
Home Value $582,600
107% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.8%
33% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,953
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,392
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density3,391/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

A+
Median Income$119,453
Per Capita$43,932
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$117,390M
Commute40 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$582,600
Rent$1,953
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.7%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation376 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.8%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 75%
Commute40 min
Libraries22

Is Layhill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Layhill receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Layhill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Layhill is $119,453, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Layhill among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Layhill is $582,600, making it a premium housing market at 107% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,953 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Layhill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Layhill has a population of 5,392 with a density of 3,391 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (44.7%), with 24.6% White, 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

5,392
Total Population
3,391
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Layhill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.0%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.0%
206% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Layhill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Layhill is $119,453, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Layhill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,453
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,932
Avg Weekly Wage$1,817
IRS Avg AGI$132,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)35,443
County GDP$117,390M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,941
Healthcare3,931
Retail2,357
Manufacturing336

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,769
122% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.6 min
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Layhill is $582,600, 107% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,953 (68% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$582,600
107% above US avg
Median List Price$385,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$385,000
$/Sq Ft$193
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,953
68% 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-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,769
122% above US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
In Layhill, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression16.7%
Mental Distress13.2%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death4,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access99.9%
Healthcare Facilities3,931

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Layhill has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation376 ft (115 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density3,391/sq mi
Coordinates39.0897°N, 77.0400°W
County FIPS24031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 44.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 53.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21.9%
D 75.2%

Winner: Democrat by 53.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.8%
33% above US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,391/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities3,931
Restaurants1,941
Retail Stores2,357

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.6 min
Work from Home16.1%

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