Median Income
$56,160
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$325,600
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,340
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.5%
56% lower than US avg
How Ocean City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,480
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density4,181/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
A
Median Income$56,160
Per Capita$34,917
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$19,003M
Commute26 min
Housing
B
Home Value$325,600
Rent$1,340
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Elevation12 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Libraries6
Is Ocean City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ocean City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ocean City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ocean City is $56,160, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ocean City is $325,600, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,340 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Ocean City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Ocean City has a population of 6,480 with a density of 4,181 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.1%), with 7.1% Hispanic, 6.3% Black.
Population
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ocean City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 81.2% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Spanish | 18.8% |
| 40% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ocean City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ocean City is $56,160, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Ocean City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,160 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,917 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,185 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,459 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,597 |
| County GDP | $19,003M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 599 |
| Healthcare | 699 |
| Retail | 859 |
| Manufacturing | 96 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,037 |
| 72% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
The median home value in Ocean City is $325,600, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,340 (15% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $325,600 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $350,200 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $350,200 |
| $/Sq Ft | $227 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.8% |
| Price Drops | 30.4% |
| Inventory | 23 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,340 |
| 15% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,037 |
| 72% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.85% |
In Ocean City, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ocean City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.1% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 19.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,412/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 699 |
Crime Rates: Ocean City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
Safety Score
Ocean City has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 69.8°F |
| 29% above US avg |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.4 inches |
| 46% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,181/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4399°N, 86.6072°W |
| County FIPS | 12091 |