Powellville, MD

Maryland

Powellville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 213. Residents earn $98,281 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
213 Population 136/sq mi density
$98,281 Median Income $44,538 per capita
$196,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,281 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,100 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,281
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $196,100
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,281
Per Capita$44,538
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,138M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation33 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+69.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute36 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries5

Is Powellville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Powellville receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Powellville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Powellville is $98,281, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Powellville 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 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Powellville is $196,100, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Powellville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Powellville has a population of 213 with a density of 136 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.5%), with 23.5% Black.

Population

213
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Powellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Powellville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Powellville is $98,281, which is 31% 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 36 minutes.

Income: Powellville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,281
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,538
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$84,523

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,455
County GDP$4,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants478
Healthcare168
Retail376
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,989
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Powellville is $196,100, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,100
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,989
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Powellville, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death7,635/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities168

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Powellville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates38.3301°N, 75.3747°W
County FIPS24047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+69.1%
School Test Score5.85
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants478
Retail Stores376

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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