Laytonsville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Laytonsville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 750. Residents earn $239,444 per year, which is 219% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
750 Population 714/sq mi density
$239,444 Median Income $87,867 per capita
$1,050,300 Home Value $899,139 Zillow
$1,232 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$239,444 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$1,050,300 home value, $1,232/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $239,444
219% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,050,300
273% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.4%
79% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,232
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.7%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population750
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density714/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

A+
Median Income$239,444
Per Capita$87,867
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$117,390M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$1,050,300
Rent$1,232
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$899,139
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation589 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.4%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 75%
Commute29 min
Libraries22

Is Laytonsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laytonsville 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Laytonsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laytonsville is $239,444, which is significantly higher than the national average — 219% above $75,149. This places Laytonsville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laytonsville is $1,050,300, making it a premium housing market at 273% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,232 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Laytonsville is a highly educated community — 60.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Laytonsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 31.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Laytonsville has a population of 750 with a density of 714 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.1%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 16.7% Black.

Population

750
Total Population
714
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Laytonsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.9%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.1%
50% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Laytonsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laytonsville is $239,444, which is 219% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Laytonsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$239,444
219% above US avg
Per Capita Income$87,867
Avg Weekly Wage$1,817
IRS Avg AGI$132,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% 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 Rate0.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home27.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Laytonsville is $1,050,300, 273% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,232 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $899,139.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,050,300
273% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$899,139

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,232
6% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied94.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,769
122% above US avg
Effective Rate0.74%
In Laytonsville, 24.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.7%
23% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.2%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress12.8%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death4,785/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Laytonsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall31.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation589 ft (180 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density714/sq mi
Coordinates39.2087°N, 77.1353°W
County FIPS24031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 60.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% 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+60.4%
79% above US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density714/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Work from Home27.2%

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