Pylesville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Pylesville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 806. Residents earn $167,755 per year, which is 123% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
806 Population 170/sq mi density
$167,755 Median Income $72,083 per capita
$572,600 Home Value $529,333 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$167,755 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$572,600 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $167,755
123% higher than US avg
Home Value $572,600
103% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population806
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$167,755
Per Capita$72,083
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$17,906M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$572,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$529,333
Housing Units237

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking12.0%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation402 ft (123 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+15.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute33 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is Pylesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pylesville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Pylesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pylesville is $167,755, which is significantly higher than the national average — 123% above $75,149. This places Pylesville 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 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pylesville is $572,600, making it a premium housing market at 103% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pylesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pylesville has a population of 806 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

806
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pylesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pylesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pylesville is $167,755, which is 123% 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 33 minutes.

Income: Pylesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$167,755
123% above US avg
Per Capita Income$72,083
Avg Weekly Wage$1,318
IRS Avg AGI$91,308

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,155
County GDP$17,906M

Business (County)

Restaurants447
Healthcare665
Retail664
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,446
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pylesville is $572,600, 103% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $529,333.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$572,600
103% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$529,333

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units237
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,446
27% above US avg
Effective Rate0.78%
In Pylesville, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death7,205/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access92.5%
Healthcare Facilities665
Pylesville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation402 ft (123 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates39.6879°N, 76.3884°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.7%
D 41.9%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+15.1%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities665
Restaurants447
Retail Stores664

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

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