Smith Island, MD

Smith Island, MD

At a Glance

How Smith Island Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Smith Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Smith Island a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Smith Island residents earn a median household income of $82,443 , which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,209. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 384 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Smith Island is $104,800 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,036. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.

Safety & Crime

Smith Island reports 37 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 521/100K.

Education

2.5% of adults in Smith Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below the national average). 55.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Smith Island has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

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