Median Income
$82,847
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$276,100
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,375
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.8%
61% lower than US avg
How Richlandtown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,213
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density4,665/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A+
Median Income$82,847
Per Capita$33,433
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$48,827M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$276,100
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$356,823
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation542 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.95
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute29 min
Libraries16
Is Richlandtown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Richlandtown receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Richlandtown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Richlandtown is $82,847, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Richlandtown is $276,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Richlandtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Richlandtown has a population of 1,213 with a density of 4,665 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.
Population
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Richlandtown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.1% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.9% |
| 41% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Richlandtown vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Richlandtown is $82,847, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Richlandtown vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,847 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,433 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,249 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $121,435 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 21,271 |
| County GDP | $48,827M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,489 |
| Healthcare | 2,160 |
| Retail | 2,224 |
| Manufacturing | 943 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,754 |
| 150% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.17% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
The median home value in Richlandtown is $276,100, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $356,823.
Home Values
| Census Median | $276,100 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $356,823 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,375 |
| 18% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,754 |
| 150% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.17% |
Health Metrics: Richlandtown vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| |
| Premature Death | 6,421/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,160 |
Crime Rates: Richlandtown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 49 |
Safety Score
Richlandtown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.7 inches |
| 36% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 21.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 542 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,665/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4725°N, 75.3212°W |
| County FIPS | 42017 |