Rising Sun, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Harford County County
Rising Sun, MD
At a Glance
How Rising Sun Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rising Sun's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rising Sun a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rising Sun residents earn a median household income of $85,750 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,466. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,155 business establishments, including 447 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rising Sun is $289,200 , 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $405,517. Median rent is $1,183/month, with 28.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Rising Sun reports 108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 647/100K.
Education
21.7% of adults in Rising Sun hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rising Sun has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.