Leonardtown, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Leonardtown is a small town in Maryland with a population of 4,712. Residents earn $148,276 per year, which is 97% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,712 Population 1,224/sq mi density
$148,276 Median Income $51,051 per capita
$528,100 Home Value $519,753 Zillow
$1,793 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$148,276 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$528,100 home value, $1,793/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
46.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $148,276
97% higher than US avg
Home Value $528,100
87% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.9%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,793
54% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,712
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1,224/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A+
Median Income$148,276
Per Capita$51,051
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,446M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$528,100
Rent$1,793
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$519,753

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation91 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.9%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute27 min
EV Stations6
Libraries3

Is Leonardtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leonardtown receives an overall livability score of 4.8 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. Leonardtown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leonardtown is $148,276, which is significantly higher than the national average — 97% above $75,149. This places Leonardtown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leonardtown is $528,100, making it a premium housing market at 87% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,793 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Leonardtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Leonardtown has a population of 4,712 with a density of 1,224 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.1%), with 9.6% Black.

Population

4,712
Total Population
1,224
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Leonardtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.5%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.5%
31% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Leonardtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leonardtown is $148,276, which is 97% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Leonardtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$148,276
97% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,051
Avg Weekly Wage$1,642
IRS Avg AGI$94,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,185
County GDP$10,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants211
Healthcare189
Retail302
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,122
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Leonardtown is $528,100, 87% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,793 (54% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $519,753.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$528,100
87% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$519,753
Median List Price$479,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$479,900
$/Sq Ft$173
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,793
54% 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-Occupied55.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,122
18% above US avg
Effective Rate0.78%
In Leonardtown, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death8,105/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Leonardtown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation91 ft (28 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density1,224/sq mi
Coordinates38.3039°N, 76.6397°W
County FIPS24037
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 46.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.9%
39% above US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,224/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants211
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home16.8%

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