Owings, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Owings is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,475. Residents earn $171,194 per year, which is 128% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,475 Population 628/sq mi density
$171,194 Median Income $66,562 per capita
$592,900 Home Value $601,670 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$171,194 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$592,900 home value
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $171,194
128% higher than US avg
Home Value $592,900
110% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.4%
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,475
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density628/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$171,194
Per Capita$66,562
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,248M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$592,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$601,670

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation120 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.4%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Owings a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Owings receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Owings stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Owings is $171,194, which is significantly higher than the national average — 128% above $75,149. This places Owings among higher-income communities. 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 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Owings is $592,900, making it a premium housing market at 110% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Owings 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.

Owings has a population of 2,475 with a density of 628 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 11.8% Black.

Population

2,475
Total Population
628
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Owings vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Owings vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Owings is $171,194, which is 128% above the national average of $75,149. 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 32 minutes.

Income: Owings vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$171,194
128% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,562
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$100,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate0.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Owings is $592,900, 110% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $601,670.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$592,900
110% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$601,670
Median List Price$717,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$717,000
$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

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-Occupied93.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,763
36% above US avg
Effective Rate0.80%
In Owings, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death6,742/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Owings 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

Elevation120 ft (37 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density628/sq mi
Coordinates38.7119°N, 76.6037°W
County FIPS24009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 43.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% 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+43.4%
29% above US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density628/sq mi
Total Area3.9 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 Commute32.1 min
Work from Home8.9%

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