Nanticoke, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Nanticoke is a small town in Maryland with a population of 396. Residents earn $92,083 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
396 Population 151/sq mi density
$92,083 Median Income $25,563 per capita
N/A Home Value $255,066 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$92,083 median income, 23.2% unemployment
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,083
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.8%
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 23.2%
544% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population396
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

B+
Median Income$92,083
Per Capita$25,563
Unemployment23.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,231M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,066

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation2 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
CommuteN/A
Broadband94.0%
Libraries3

Is Nanticoke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nanticoke receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Nanticoke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nanticoke is $92,083, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 23.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

30.8% 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

Nanticoke enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Nanticoke has a population of 396 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.4%).

Population

396
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Nanticoke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nanticoke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nanticoke is $92,083, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Nanticoke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,083
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,563
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$51,924

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.2%
544% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)452
County GDP$1,231M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare47
Retail58
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,126
11% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,066.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$255,066

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-Occupied59.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,126
11% below US avg
In Nanticoke, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death10,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access9.8%
Healthcare Facilities47

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Nanticoke has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2 ft (1 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates38.2655°N, 75.8870°W
County FIPS24039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.4-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.8%
9% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants25
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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