Solomons, MD

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.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,180 Population 1,095/sq mi density
$89,205 Median Income $56,637 per capita
$455,000 Home Value $447,045 Zillow
$2,920 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$89,205 median income, 0.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$455,000 home value, $2,920/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,205
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $455,000
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.3%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,920
151% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,180
Median Age66.4 yrs
Density1,095/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,205
Per Capita$56,637
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,446M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$455,000
Rent$2,920
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$447,045

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation12 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.3%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute28 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Solomons a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Solomons has a population of 2,180 with a density of 1,095 people per square mile. The median age is 66.4 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 5.2% Black.

Population

2,180
Total Population
1,095
People / sq mi
66.4yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Solomons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Solomons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Solomons is $89,205, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Solomons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,205
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,637
Avg Weekly Wage$1,642
IRS Avg AGI$94,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,185
County GDP$10,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants211
Healthcare189
Retail302
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,122
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home38.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Solomons is $455,000, 61% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,920 (151% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $447,045.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$455,000
61% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$447,045
Median List Price$399,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,950
$/Sq Ft$238
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,920
151% 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-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,122
18% above US avg
Effective Rate0.91%
In Solomons, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death8,105/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Solomons has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density1,095/sq mi
Coordinates38.3391°N, 76.4619°W
County FIPS24037
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 43.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.3%
28% above US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,095/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants211
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home38.2%

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