Prince Frederick, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Prince Frederick is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,404. Residents earn $78,625 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,404 Population 657/sq mi density
$78,625 Median Income $39,274 per capita
$383,000 Home Value $466,478 Zillow
$819 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,625 median income, 3.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$383,000 home value, $819/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,625
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $383,000
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $819
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,404
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density657/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,625
Per Capita$39,274
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$6,248M
Commute47 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$383,000
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$466,478

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation129 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute47 min
EV Stations8
Libraries5

Is Prince Frederick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prince Frederick receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Prince Frederick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prince Frederick is $78,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prince Frederick is $383,000, 36% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Prince Frederick 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.

Prince Frederick has a population of 2,404 with a density of 657 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.6%), with 29.2% Black.

Population

2,404
Total Population
657
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Prince Frederick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prince Frederick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prince Frederick is $78,625, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Prince Frederick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,625
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,274
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$100,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% 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 Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.5 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Prince Frederick is $383,000, 36% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $466,478.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$383,000
36% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$466,478
Median List Price$456,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$456,200
$/Sq Ft$174
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$819
30% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,744

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-Occupied54.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,763
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Prince Frederick, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Prince Frederick vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death6,742/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Prince Frederick 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

Elevation129 ft (39 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density657/sq mi
Coordinates38.5438°N, 76.5879°W
County FIPS24009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below 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+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density657/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities197
Restaurants156
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.5 min
Work from Home10.8%

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