Luke, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Garrett County County
Luke, MD
At a Glance
How Luke Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Luke's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Luke a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Luke residents earn a median household income of $73,125 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,447. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,168 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Luke is $50,000 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $85,487. Median rent is $638/month, with 13.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Education
14.3% of adults in Luke hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Luke has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.