Spencerville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Spencerville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 1,433.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,433 Population 919/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $44,950 per capita
$626,100 Home Value $757,862 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $626,100
122% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.2%
28% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,433
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density919/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,950
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$37,130M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$626,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$757,862

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation547 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.2%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 69%
Commute32 min
Libraries7

Is Spencerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spencerville receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Spencerville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spencerville is $626,100, making it a premium housing market at 122% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Spencerville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Spencerville has a population of 1,433 with a density of 919 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 8.1% Black.

Population

1,433
Total Population
919
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Spencerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.9%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.1%
207% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Spencerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spencerville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Spencerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,672
IRS Avg AGI$131,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)11,342
County GDP$37,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants703
Healthcare1,202
Retail822
Manufacturing168

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,202
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Work from Home34.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Spencerville is $626,100, 122% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $757,862.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$626,100
122% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$757,862

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied90.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,202
134% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Spencerville, 25.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress13.3%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death4,573/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access98.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,202

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Spencerville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation547 ft (167 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density919/sq mi
Coordinates39.1200°N, 76.9835°W
County FIPS24027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27.4%
D 69.1%

Winner: Democrat by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.2%
28% above US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density919/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,202
Restaurants703
Retail Stores822

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Work from Home34.8%

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