North Beach, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

North Beach is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,769. Residents earn $81,500 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,769 Population 8,391/sq mi density
$81,500 Median Income $41,637 per capita
$368,800 Home Value $407,766 Zillow
$1,817 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$81,500 median income, 11.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$368,800 home value, $1,817/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,500
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $368,800
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,817
56% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,769
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density8,391/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 61%

Economy

B
Median Income$81,500
Per Capita$41,637
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$6,248M
Commute41 min

Housing

A
Home Value$368,800
Rent$1,817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$407,766

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation16 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute41 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is North Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. North Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Beach is $81,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Beach is $368,800, 31% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,817 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

North Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

North Beach has a population of 2,769 with a density of 8,391 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 22.9% Black.

Population

2,769
Total Population
8,391
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

North Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Beach is $81,500, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: North Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,500
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,637
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$100,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,022
County GDP$6,248M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare197
Retail191
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,763
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.6 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in North Beach is $368,800, 31% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,817 (56% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $407,766.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$368,800
31% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$407,766
Median List Price$525,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$525,000
$/Sq Ft$286
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio89.1%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,817
56% above US avg

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-Occupied56.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,763
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.29%
In North Beach, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death6,742/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities197

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

North Beach has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall15.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density8,391/sq mi
Coordinates38.7077°N, 76.5345°W
County FIPS24009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density8,391/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities197
Restaurants156
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.6 min
Work from Home9.4%

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