Smithsburg, MD
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Smithsburg, MD
At a Glance
How Smithsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Smithsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Smithsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Smithsburg residents earn a median household income of $86,065 , which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,819. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,704 business establishments, including 333 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Smithsburg is $317,600 , 13% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $366,772. Median rent is $899/month, with 24.9% 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 1993.
Safety & Crime
Smithsburg reports 62 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 84% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 468/100K.
Education
22.9% of adults in Smithsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Smithsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.