Pleasant Grove, MD

Maryland · Allegany County

Pleasant Grove is a small town in Maryland with a population of 254. Residents earn $56,129 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

254 Population 159/sq mi density

$56,129 Median Income $38,359 per capita

$152,500 Home Value $148,791 Zillow

$559 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent

54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr

732 Violent Crime/100K 6,413 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.1 / 5.0

$56,129 median income, 0.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$152,500 home value, $559/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

732 violent crimes/100K (93% above avg)

Education

2.1 / 5.0

13.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $56,129

25% lower than US avg

Home Value $152,500

46% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 732/100K

93% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.4%

60% lower than US avg

Median Rent $559

52% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.8%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population254

Median Age63.2 yrs

Density159/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans0.8%

Economy

Median Income$56,129

Per Capita$38,359

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$3,542M

Housing

A+

Home Value$152,500

Rent$559

Ownership78.3%

Zillow$148,791

Housing Units190

Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

Violent732/100K

Property6,413/100K

Health

Obesity35.8%

Uninsured10.1%

Smoking19.9%

Depression28.1%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.2 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation965 ft (294 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.4%

High School+91.3%

Graduate+4.0%

School Score5.78

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Broadband66.9%

EV Stations11

Libraries6

Is Pleasant Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pleasant Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Pleasant Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pleasant Grove is $56,129, 25% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pleasant Grove is $152,500, 46% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $559 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 732 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,413 per 100,000, 227% above the national average.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pleasant Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pleasant Grove has a population of 254 with a density of 159 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 40.9% female and 59.1% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 2.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 0.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 26.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

254

Total Population

159

People / sq mi

63.2yrs

Median Age

62% above US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%

Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Pleasant Grove 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

Pleasant Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pleasant Grove is $56,129, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,359. The average weekly wage is $996, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,577 business establishments, including 167 restaurants. The cost of living index is 105, roughly in line with the national average. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pleasant Grove vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income	$56,129
	25% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,359
Avg Weekly Wage	$996
IRS Avg AGI	$57,857
Gini Index	0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,577
County GDP	$3,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants	167
Healthcare	256
Retail	244
Manufacturing	47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,083
	12% below US avg
Cost of Living	105.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.02%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pleasant Grove is $152,500, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,791. Monthly rent averages $559 (52% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,400 for a one-bedroom to $1,648 for a two-bedroom apartment. 78.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 190 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $3,083. 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$152,500
	46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$148,791

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$559
	52% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

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

Homeownership	78.3%
Owner-Occupied	78.3%
Renter-Occupied	21.7%
Housing Units	190
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,083
	12% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.02%

In Pleasant Grove, 35.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 33.8% have high blood pressure. 19.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.3% report binge drinking. 30.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.2% experience frequent mental distress. 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,881. The dentist ratio is 1:1,294. 66.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Pleasant Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.8%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	33.8%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.9%
	42% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	30.9%
Depression	28.1%
Mental Distress	21.2%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	10.1%
	17% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,881
Dentists	1:1,294
Mental Health	1:246
Checkup Rate	76.2%
Dental Visits	56.1%
Premature Death	11,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	66.3%
Healthcare Facilities	256

Pleasant Grove has a violent crime rate of 732 per 100,000 residents, 93% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,413 per 100,000, 227% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Pleasant Grove receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	731.7/100K
	93% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	6,413.3/100K
	227% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Pleasant Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The area receives 28.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 965 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	53.7°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	965 ft (294 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density	159/sq mi
Coordinates	39.6802°N, 78.6905°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Allegany County County
Nearest Airport	Greater Cumberland Regional (CBE) 6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"

3% above US avg

Snowfall 28.7"

Wettest Month (May) 3.78"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	58.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	81.2 / 100
Community Resilience	80.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Relatively Moderate
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.4 on Jun 13, 2019.

Jul 16, 2010	5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland	M3.6	119 km
Jun 13, 2019	9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania	M3.4	130 km
Jan 17, 2016	3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia	M3.0	84 km
Apr 24, 2009	1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.9	148 km
Sep 29, 1997	Virginia	M2.5	144 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

204 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 88 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998	EF4	61 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	34 km	1
May 19, 1967	EF3	64 km	1
Aug 25, 2023	EF2	73 km	0
Apr 19, 2019	EF2	76 km	0
Oct 2, 2018	EF2	79 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	72 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	66 km	0
Jun 2, 1998	EF2	45 km	0
Jun 2, 1998	EF2	82 km	0
Jun 2, 1998	EF2	50 km	0
Aug 15, 1997	EF2	90 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF2	91 km	0
Jul 19, 1996	EF2	97 km	0
Apr 30, 1994	EF2	90 km	0
Nov 16, 1989	EF2	92 km	0
Oct 1, 1986	EF2	94 km	0
May 12, 1980	EF2	99 km	0
Jun 20, 1977	EF2	77 km	0
Aug 4, 1975	EF2	76 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

14 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WAITES RUN (5,496 ac, 2024).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2024	WAITES RUN	5,496	72 km
2001	NEW CREEK MTN	1,689	89 km
2024	DOVE HOLLOW	1,634	88 km
2020	UNNAMED	1,572	84 km
2012	POINT 2	1,126	94 km
2000	BRAKE RUN SHEN. MT. RD.	1,055	95 km
2014	BEAR DEN	945	18 km
2024	SPRING RUN	847	91 km
2012	WOLF GAP	710	84 km
1994	ELKHORN TOWER	696	90 km
1984	UNNAMED	696	88 km
2022	UNNAMED	618	100 km
2001	SOUTH BRANCH	519	59 km
2005	UNNAMED	510	20 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	31°F (-1°C)	2.5 in
February	31°F (-1°C)	2.4 in	Coldest, Driest
March	39°F (4°C)	3.3 in
April	49°F (10°C)	3.4 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.8 in	Wettest
June	67°F (19°C)	3.5 in
July	76°F (24°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.3 in
September	63°F (17°C)	3.2 in
October	52°F (11°C)	2.8 in
November	42°F (6°C)	3.0 in
December	33°F (0°C)	2.8 in

Pleasant Grove has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 31°F in February to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.4").

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Pleasant Grove is located in Allegany County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 13.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.2% of the vote, a 40.3-point margin. 66.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 256 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%

D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.4%
	60% below US avg
High School+	91.3%
Graduate Degree+	4.0%
School Test Score	5.78

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	159/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi
County	Allegany County County

Services

Broadband Access	66.9%
Avg Download Speed	74.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	11
Alt Fuel Stations	13
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	256
Restaurants	167
Retail Stores	244

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Average costs for common services in Pleasant Grove. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$263 ($158–$420)
Specialist Visit	$368 ($210–$578)
Urgent Care Visit	$210 ($105–$368)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,310 ($840–$5,250)
Dental Cleaning	$137 ($79–$210)
Dental Filling	$263 ($158–$420)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$47 ($26–$79)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$79 ($53–$126)
Brake Pad Replacement	$315 ($158–$525)
Tire Rotation	$42 ($21–$79)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$630 ($420–$1,050)
Battery Replacement	$210 ($105–$368)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$105 ($63–$158)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$95 ($53–$147)
HVAC Repair	$420 ($158–$840)
HVAC System Install	$7,350 ($4,200–$12,600)
Roof Repair	$1,050 ($420–$2,100)
Roof Replacement	$9,450 ($5,775–$15,750)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,575 ($525–$3,675)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,750 ($5,250–$31,500)
DUI Defense	$5,250 ($2,100–$10,500)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,575 ($840–$3,150)
Will Preparation	$525 ($210–$1,050)
Trust Preparation	$2,625 ($1,050–$5,250)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut	$58 ($32–$105)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$158 ($79–$263)
Manicure	$26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure	$42 ($26–$68)
Massage (1 Hour)	$84 ($53–$137)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.31 ($3.15–$5.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.68 ($2.63–$5.25)
Loaf of Bread	$3.99 ($2.63–$5.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.73 ($3.15–$6.83)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.78 ($4.20–$7.88)
Rice (per lb)	$1.05 ($0.63–$1.89)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$147 ($84–$263)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$74 ($32–$158)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$74 ($42–$126)
Internet (Monthly)	$74 ($42–$105)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$68 ($32–$105)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$89 ($53–$158)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$210 ($79–$525)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,100 ($1,260–$3,675)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$74 ($32–$137)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.40–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$105 ($32–$263)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16–$79)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,260 ($630–$2,625)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,050 ($525–$2,100)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$420 ($210–$735)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$53 ($26–$105)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,050 ($420–$2,625)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,125 ($5,250–$31,500)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$63 ($32–$105)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$105 ($53–$210)
Dog Grooming	$63 ($32–$105)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$42 ($21–$79)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$315 ($158–$525)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$210 ($105–$420)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,030
Toddler	$695
Preschool	$695
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$647
Toddler	$587
Preschool	$587

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Allegany County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	5,279	224	$62,925	1.38
Retail Trade	3,723	246	$34,683	1.40
Accommodation & Food Services	3,316	154	$23,876	1.37
Manufacturing	1,307	67	$54,573	0.60
Wholesale Trade	1,174	52	$51,783	1.12
Construction	1,004	118	$64,039	0.72
Administrative & Waste Services	954	83	$49,130	0.61
Other Services	781	150	$34,646	0.97
Professional & Technical Services	634	123	$59,828	0.34
Finance & Insurance	557	84	$62,307	0.51
Management of Companies	316	7	$49,131	0.70
Information & Technology	306	26	$55,220	0.61
Arts & Entertainment	242	21	$17,027	0.54
Real Estate	226	42	$52,200	0.55
Educational Services	158	17	$32,591	0.29

Radio Stations near Pleasant Grove

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Pleasant Grove

5 campgrounds found near Pleasant Grove.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Howell Run Picnic Area	5.0/5	3	$60
ROBERT W CRAIG	4.6/5	69	$22–$60
Paw Paw Tunnel Campsite	3.8/5	10	$10
Fifteen Mile Creek Campsite	3.7/5	10	$10–$20
Spring Gap Campground	3.6/5	14	$10–$20

National Parks Near Pleasant Grove

57 national parks and monuments found near Pleasant Grove.

Park	Type	Fee
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park	State Park	Free
Antietam National Battlefield	National Battlefield	$20
Berkeley Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Big Run Sp	State Park	Free
Blackwater Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Knob State Park	State Park	Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park	State Park	Free
Cacapon Resort State Park	State Park	Free
Cacapon State Park	State Park	Free
Canaan Valley Resort State Park	State Park	Free
Canoe Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Casselman River Bridge Sp	State Park	Free
Cathedral State Park	State Park	Free
Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Cowans Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Dans Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Deep Creek Lake Nrma	State Park	Free
Deep Creek Lake Sp	State Park	Free
Fairfax Stone State Park	State Park	Free
Flight 93 National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Fort Frederick Sp	State Park	Free
Fort Frederick State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Necessity National Battlefield	National Battlefield	Free
Fort Tonoloway Sp	State Park	Free
Greenwood Furnace State Park	State Park	Free
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$20
Herrington Manor Sp	State Park	Free
Johnstown Flood National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Keystone State Park	State Park	Free
Kooser State Park	State Park	Free
Laurel Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Laurel Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Laurel Ridge State Park	State Park	Free
Laurel Summit State Park	State Park	Free
Linn Run State Park	State Park	Free
Lost River State Park	State Park	Free
New Germany Sp	State Park	Free
Ohiopyle State Park	State Park	Free
Prince Gallitzin State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Gap Sp	State Park	Free
Sang Run State Park	State Park	Free
Seven Bends State Park	State Park	Free
Shawnee State Park	State Park	Free
Sky Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Swallow Falls Sp	State Park	Free
Sweet Run State Park	State Park	Free
Trough Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Warriors Path State Park	State Park	Free
Western Maryland Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail	State Park	Free
Wills Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Wolf Den Run Sp	State Park	Free
Woodmont Nrma	State Park	Free
Yellow Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Youghiogheny River Natural Environment Area	State Park	Free
Youghiogheny Wild River Nea	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Pleasant Grove

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	359	$16,799
2015	341	$26,700
2017	329	$40,147
2019	476	$43,696
2021	252	$49,232
2023	254	$56,129

Museums in Pleasant Grove

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
GULF WAR MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$42,012
ALLEGANY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3017777200
CUMBERLAND VALLEY TOWNSHIP HISTORCAL SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM		3017220770
FROSTBURG MUSEUM ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	69 HILL ST	3016891195
FSU PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		3016874000
GEORGE WASHINGTON'S HEADQUARTERS	GENERAL MUSEUM	38 GREENE ST	3017596636
MICHAEL CRESAP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
QUEEN CITY TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3017771776
SOUTHAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	241 MILLERS CORNER ROAD
ST MICHAEL MUSEUM OF COSTUME	GENERAL MUSEUM	400 ST MARYS SQUARE	4107459561
STEPHANIE ANN ROPER GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3016874797
THRASHER CARRIAGE AND SLEIGH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3016893380
THRASHER CARRIAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	19 DEPOT ST	3016893380

Libraries in Pleasant Grove

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ALLEGANY COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	31 WASHINGTON ST	300,288
PAW PAW PUBLIC LIBRARY	250 MOSER AVENUE	11,592
HYNDMAN-LONDONDERRY PUB LIB	161 CLARENCE STREET	7,086

Farmers Markets in Pleasant Grove

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Frostburg Farmers' Market	14 S. Water Street	05/23/2016 to 10/31/2016	Fri: 9:30 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Keyser Farmers Market-Fort Ashby Farmers Market	Across from Mineral County Fairgrounds
LaVale Farmers' Market	1262 Vocke Road
Western Maryland Regional Medical Center Farmers' Market	12500 Willowbrook Road

Hotels in Pleasant Grove

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rocky Gap Casino Resort

Sleep Inn

Gas Stations in Pleasant Grove

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Love's

Breweries in Pleasant Grove

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Annette's Bar & Grill	Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants	17700 Mount Savage Rd N W	3016892295
Central Coca-cola Bottling Co	nec, manufacturing, Home, Beverages, MD, Breweries, Cumberland Bottlers, Bottled and Canned Soft D	312 Greene St	3017775091	Visit
Miners Alley	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Beer Taverns & Pubs, Frostburg, MD, Restaurants & B	17203 Porter Rd S W	3016891242	Visit
My Place	Associations, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Clubs, Pizza, Restaurants	9 Potomac St	3047388989
S & S Maple Camp	Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products, Corriganville Sugar Syrup From Sugar Beets, Corri	10816 Sugar Camp Dr	3017241433
Valley Tavern	Bars / Taverns, Restaurant, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cumberland, Cumberland Pubs, MD, Restaurants & B	307 Valley St	3017594380

Ski Resorts Near Pleasant Grove

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Bolton Valley	30.0	6	960	$63	December - April	Yes	Yes

Cell Towers in Pleasant Grove

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1231 Narrow Lane (96233)	GTOWER	104
13407 Sunset Orchard Road (94384)	LTOWER	91
12100 Troutman Road (98631)	LTOWER	81
12703 Moores Hollow Road (94381)	LTOWER	59
20934 Frostburg Road (94377)	LTOWER	52

Bridges in Pleasant Grove

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1938	26	26,680	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	860	21,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	860	21,600	G
Culvert	Steel	1990	33	18,670	F
Culvert	Steel	1990	49	18,670	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	131	7,221	P
Culvert	Concrete	2002	24	5,092	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1999	219	3,841	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	477	3,841	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1999	128	3,841	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1999	140	3,841	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	147	1,464	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	280	1,314	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2004	28	1,275	G
Culvert	Steel	1995	21	1,225	F
Frame	Concrete	1990	39	1,189	F
Culvert	Steel	1990	29	1,161	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	235	1,121	G
Culvert	Concrete	1960	33	1,121	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1940	24	1,075	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1952	87	244	P
Truss (Thru)	Steel	2002	77	238	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	203	221	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	64	219	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2017	34	205	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2009	32	186	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1916	222	146	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	265	99	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	56	60	P
Culvert	Concrete	1966	21	50	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2019	62	41	G

Amtrak Stations in Pleasant Grove

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Cumberland, MD	12401 Willowbrook Road SE	BUS
Cumberland, MD	201 East Harrison Street	TRAIN
Frostburg, MD	101 Braddock Road	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Pleasant Grove

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AES WARRIOR RUN COGENERATION FACILITY	11600 MEXICO FARMS RD SE	ALLEGANY
PPG INDUSTRIAL PARK	11601 PITTSBURGH PLATE GLASS R	ALLEGANY

Airports Near Pleasant Grove

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Altoona Blair County Airport	AOO	Medium Airport
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport	LBE	Medium Airport
Eastern WV Regional Airport/Shepherd Field	MRB	Medium Airport
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport	JST	Medium Airport
Al's Field	—	Small Airport
Alberter Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Baker-Sell Airport	—	Small Airport
Bedford County Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Knob Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Buzzards Gap Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Dream Field	—	Small Airport
Dunlea Airpark	—	Small Airport
Eastview Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying R Airport	—	Small Airport
Garrett County Airport	ODM	Small Airport
Gerstell Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Grant County Airport	PGC	Small Airport
Greater Breezewood Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Greater Cumberland Regional Airport	CBE	Small Airport
Green Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Heaven's Landing Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Herrington Field	—	Small Airport
High View Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Ickes Airport	—	Small Airport
Indian Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Jucapa Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Juergensen Airpark and Maritime Facility Airport	—	Small Airport
Keystone Airport	—	Small Airport
Lincoln Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Lost Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Lynn Field	—	Small Airport
Memmi Airport	—	Small Airport
Mexico Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Michaels Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Moran Field	—	Small Airport
Mulberry Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Nolnacs Airport	—	Small Airport
Pax-Terra Caelum Airport	—	Small Airport
Potomac Airpark	—	Small Airport
Powell Kaiser Airport	—	Small Airport
Quemahening Flightpark Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
River's Edge Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Schrenkel Airport	—	Small Airport
Somerset County Airport	—	Small Airport
Talbott Field	—	Small Airport
Taylors Airport	—	Small Airport
Timber Ridge Airpark	—	Small Airport
White Post Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Pleasant Grove

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


University Police

Grocery Stores in Pleasant Grove

2 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Love's Travel Stop 537	Convenience Store	13300 Ali Ghan Rd NE
Rices Orchard	Farmers and Markets	11400 Mt. Fairview Rd

Treatment Centers in Pleasant Grove

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
UPMC Western Maryland - Behavioral Health Services	Both	240-964-8585
Villa Maria of Mountain Maryland - Catholic Charities Family Services	Both	667-600-2110

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pleasant Grove

What is the population of Pleasant Grove?

Pleasant Grove has a population of 254 residents and is located in Maryland. The population density is 159 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 40.9% female and 59.1% male.

Is Pleasant Grove expensive to live in?

Pleasant Grove has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 105 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $56,129, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,500 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $559 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pleasant Grove safe?

Public safety is a concern in Pleasant Grove, with a violent crime rate of 732 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,413 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Pleasant Grove receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pleasant Grove?

Pleasant Grove has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Pleasant Grove?

The job market in Pleasant Grove is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $996. There are 1,577 business establishments in the area, including 167 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Pleasant Grove?

The median home value in Pleasant Grove is $152,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,791. For renters, the median monthly rent is $559. Fair market rent is $1,400 for a 1-bedroom and $1,648 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 78.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,083.

How are the schools in Pleasant Grove?

Schools in Pleasant Grove score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.4% of adults in Pleasant Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Pleasant Grove?

The obesity rate in Pleasant Grove is 35.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.9% of adults are smokers. 30.9% are physically inactive. 28.1% of residents report depression. 10.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 66.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,881.

What are the demographics of Pleasant Grove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pleasant Grove is 96.9% White, 2.4% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.8% of the population are military veterans. 26.8% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Bowmans Addition, MD 1,149 pop · 3.5 mi Cumberland, MD 18,938 pop · 4.1 mi Carpendale, WV 1,053 pop · 6.4 mi Bowling Green, MD 1,096 pop · 7.1 mi La Vale, MD 4,388 pop · 7.3 mi Cresaptown, MD 5,238 pop · 9.7 mi Bel Air, MD 10,616 pop · 11.1 mi Frostburg, MD 7,025 pop · 12.7 mi Fort Ashby, WV 1,011 pop · 13.7 mi Lonaconing, MD 1,093 pop · 17.3 mi Meyersdale, PA 2,058 pop · 20.1 mi Berlin, PA 2,407 pop · 21.7 mi Keyser, WV 4,870 pop · 22.8 mi Westernport, MD 1,864 pop · 23.0 mi

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