McCoole, MD

Maryland

McCoole is a small town in Maryland with a population of 396. Residents earn $58,047 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
396 Population 283/sq mi density
$58,047 Median Income $25,673 per capita
$127,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$58,047 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,800 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,047
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,800
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population396
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,047
Per Capita$25,673
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$1,073M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Elevation980 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is McCoole a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McCoole is $58,047, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McCoole is $127,800, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McCoole experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 29.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

McCoole has a population of 396 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

396
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

McCoole vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McCoole vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McCoole is $58,047, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: McCoole vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,047
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,673
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$60,654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)704
County GDP$1,073M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare74
Retail71
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,204
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McCoole is $127,800, 55% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,800
55% below US avg

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-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,204
37% below US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In McCoole, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death10,866/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access36.5%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

McCoole has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall29.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation980 ft (299 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates39.4534°N, 78.9731°W
County FIPS54057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.85
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants53
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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