Spring Gap, MD

Maryland

Spring Gap is a small town in Maryland with a population of 40.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
40 Population 62/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,383 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.8%
197% higher than US avg

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

People

Population40
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density62/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,383
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty36.8%
County GDP$3,542M
Commute7 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Elevation695 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute7 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries6

Is Spring Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Gap receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Spring Gap 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%. The poverty rate of 36.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Spring Gap experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Spring Gap has a population of 40 with a density of 62 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

40
Total Population
62
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65%
Female 35%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.3%
58% below US avg
Spanish66.7%
398% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Gap is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Spring Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,383
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.8%
197% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,577
County GDP$3,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants167
Healthcare256
Retail244
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.4 min
Drive Alone25.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg

Health Metrics: Spring Gap vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities256

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Spring Gap has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation695 ft (212 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates39.5653°N, 78.7053°W
County FIPS24001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density62/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants167
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.4 min
Drive Alone25.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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