Madison, MD

Maryland

Madison is a small town in Maryland with a population of 145. Residents earn $108,676 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
145 Population 45/sq mi density
$108,676 Median Income $59,017 per capita
$768,400 Home Value $266,800 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,676 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$768,400 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,676
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $768,400
173% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population145
Median Age66.9 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans26.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,676
Per Capita$59,017
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$1,801M
Commute33 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$768,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,800

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation3 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute33 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries2

Is Madison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madison receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Madison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madison is $108,676, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Madison among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madison is $768,400, making it a premium housing market at 173% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Madison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Madison has a population of 145 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 66.9 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 2.1% Black.

Population

145
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
66.9yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Madison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Madison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madison is $108,676, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Madison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,676
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,017
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$59,254

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)798
County GDP$1,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail95
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,084
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Madison is $768,400, 173% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,800.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$768,400
173% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,800

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-Occupied98.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,084
17% above US avg
Effective Rate0.53%
In Madison, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death12,187/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities69

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Madison has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates38.5089°N, 76.2042°W
County FIPS24019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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