Romancoke, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Romancoke is a small town in Maryland with a population of 1,705. Residents earn $118,077 per year, which is 57% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,705 Population 1,343/sq mi density
$118,077 Median Income $53,639 per capita
$397,200 Home Value
$1,955 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$118,077 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$397,200 home value, $1,955/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $118,077
57% higher than US avg
Home Value $397,200
41% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,955
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.5%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,705
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,343/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$118,077
Per Capita$53,639
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$69,946M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$397,200
Rent$1,955
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation12 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute42 min
Libraries16

Is Romancoke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Romancoke receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Romancoke stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Romancoke is $118,077, which is significantly higher than the national average — 57% above $75,149. This places Romancoke among higher-income communities. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Romancoke is $397,200, 41% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,955 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Romancoke enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Romancoke has a population of 1,705 with a density of 1,343 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,705
Total Population
1,343
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Romancoke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Romancoke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Romancoke is $118,077, which is 57% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Romancoke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$118,077
57% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,639
Avg Weekly Wage$1,530
IRS Avg AGI$108,818

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,974
County GDP$69,946M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,302
Healthcare1,531
Retail1,788
Manufacturing227

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,568
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.3 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Romancoke is $397,200, 41% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,955 (68% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$397,200
41% above US avg
Median List Price$534,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$534,950
$/Sq Ft$241
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,955
68% above US avg

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-Occupied87.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,568
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Romancoke, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.5%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death7,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,531

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Romancoke has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density1,343/sq mi
Coordinates38.8918°N, 76.3608°W
County FIPS24003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.7%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,343/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,531
Restaurants1,302
Retail Stores1,788

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.3 min
Work from Home5.8%

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