Maryland · Metropolitan Area
Solomons is a small town in Maryland with a population of 2,180. Residents earn $89,205 per year, which is 19% above the national average.
Based on current data, Solomons receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Solomons stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Solomons is $89,205, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Solomons is $455,000, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,920 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 43.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Solomons enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 93.6% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.4% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $89,205 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $56,637 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,642 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $94,000 |
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,185 |
| County GDP | $10,446M |
| Restaurants | 211 |
| Healthcare | 189 |
| Retail | 302 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,122 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.91% |
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 38.2% |
| Census Median | $455,000 |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $447,045 |
| Median List Price | $399,950 |
| Median List Price | $399,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $238 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 12 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,920 |
| 151% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,122 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.91% |
| Obesity | 33.4% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.5% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 10.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,105/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,095/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3391°N, 76.4619°W |
| County FIPS | 24037 |
Winner: Republican by 17.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 43.3% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.85 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,095/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
| Restaurants | 211 |
| Retail Stores | 302 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 38.2% |