St. George Island, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

St. George Island is a small town in Maryland with a population of 38.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
38 Population 48/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $200,797 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How St. George Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population38
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$200,797
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,446M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation3 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute30 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries3

Is St. George Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. George Island receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. St. George Island 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

St. George Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

St. George Island has a population of 38 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

38
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 76.3%
Female 23.7%

Race & Ethnicity

St. George Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. George Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. George Island is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: St. George Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$200,797
Avg Weekly Wage$1,642
IRS Avg AGI$94,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% 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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
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)$4,122
18% above US avg
In St. George Island, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. George Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death8,105/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: St. George Island vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

St. George Island has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates38.1155°N, 76.4770°W
County FIPS24037
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.2-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.1%
25% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants211
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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