National, MD

Maryland

National is a small town in Maryland with a population of 48.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
48 Population 300/sq mi density
49°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age66.5 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,698
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,542M
Commute21 min

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,741 ft (531 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries6

Is National a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, National receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. National offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

National experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 72.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

National has a population of 48 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 66.5 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

48
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
66.5yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

National vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

National vs U.S. Average

The median household income in National is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: National vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,698
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,577
County GDP$3,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants167
Healthcare256
Retail244
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

National has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall72.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,741 ft (531 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates39.6119°N, 78.9404°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants167
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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