Leitersburg, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Leitersburg is a small town in Maryland with a population of 351.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
351 Population 201/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,076 per capita
$349,400 Home Value $302,263 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $349,400
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population351
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density201/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,076
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,961M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$349,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$302,263

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation595 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+64.7%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute28 min
Libraries9

Is Leitersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leitersburg receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Leitersburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leitersburg is $349,400, 24% above the national median.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Leitersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Leitersburg has a population of 351 with a density of 201 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

351
Total Population
201
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Leitersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Leitersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leitersburg 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 28 minutes.

Income: Leitersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,076
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 Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Leitersburg is $349,400, 24% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $302,263.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$349,400
24% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$302,263

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,722
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In Leitersburg, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.6%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death10,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities446

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Leitersburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation595 ft (181 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density201/sq mi
Coordinates39.6928°N, 77.6206°W
County FIPS24043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+64.7%
School Test Score5.85
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density201/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities446
Restaurants333
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home13.3%

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