Lusby, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Lusby is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,161. Residents earn $130,543 per year, which is 74% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,161 Population 616/sq mi density
$130,543 Median Income $51,968 per capita
$327,500 Home Value $370,649 Zillow
$1,193 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$130,543 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$327,500 home value, $1,193/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $130,543
74% higher than US avg
Home Value $327,500
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,193
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,161
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density616/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$130,543
Per Capita$51,968
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,446M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$327,500
Rent$1,193
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$370,649
Rent Burden23.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation97 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute43 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Lusby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lusby receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Lusby stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lusby is $130,543, which is significantly higher than the national average — 74% above $75,149. This places Lusby among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lusby is $327,500, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,193 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lusby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lusby has a population of 2,161 with a density of 616 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 8.9% Black.

Population

2,161
Total Population
616
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lusby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lusby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lusby is $130,543, which is 74% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Lusby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$130,543
74% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,968
Avg Weekly Wage$1,642
IRS Avg AGI$94,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% 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 Rate1.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.8 min
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lusby is $327,500, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,193 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $370,649.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$327,500
16% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$370,649
Median List Price$424,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$424,900
$/Sq Ft$218
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,193
3% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,920
Rent Burden23.9%

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-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,122
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.26%
In Lusby, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death8,105/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Lusby has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation97 ft (30 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density616/sq mi
Coordinates38.3624°N, 76.4379°W
County FIPS24037
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below 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+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density616/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants211
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.8 min
Work from Home14.3%

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