Home Value
$251,900
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Ocean City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population111
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans73.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,664
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,829M
Commute30 min
Housing
Home Value$251,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain115.6 in/yr
Elevation40 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute30 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries9
Is Ocean City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ocean City receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ocean City 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 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ocean City is $251,900, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
26.0% 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 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Ocean City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 115.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Ocean City has a population of 111 with a density of 33 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.5%).
Population
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ocean City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ocean City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ocean City 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 30 minutes.
Income: Ocean City vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $22,664 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,092 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,888 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,854 |
| County GDP | $3,829M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 246 |
| Healthcare | 164 |
| Retail | 246 |
| Manufacturing | 73 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,943 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.96% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Ocean City is $251,900, 11% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $251,900 |
| 11% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,943 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.96% |
In Ocean City, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ocean City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,513/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 164 |
Crime Rates: Ocean City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Ocean City has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 115.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
60°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 115.6 inches |
| 204% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 40 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.0825°N, 124.1569°W |
| County FIPS | 53027 |