Sudlersville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Sudlersville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 361. Residents earn $52,750 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
361 Population 238/sq mi density
$52,750 Median Income $28,581 per capita
$235,000 Home Value $391,224 Zillow
$555 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$52,750 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$235,000 home value, $555/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,750
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $235,000
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $555
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population361
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density238/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,750
Per Capita$28,581
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$235,000
Rent$555
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$391,224

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation66 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute29 min
Libraries5

Is Sudlersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sudlersville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sudlersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sudlersville is $52,750, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sudlersville is $235,000, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $555 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sudlersville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sudlersville has a population of 361 with a density of 238 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 3% Hispanic, 6.6% Black.

Population

361
Total Population
238
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sudlersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.5%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.5%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sudlersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sudlersville is $52,750, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Sudlersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,750
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,581
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,852
County GDP$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare567
Retail651
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home27.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sudlersville is $235,000, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $555 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,224.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,000
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$391,224

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$555
52% below 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-Occupied52.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In Sudlersville, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Sudlersville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density238/sq mi
Coordinates39.1833°N, 75.8535°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.85
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density238/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home27.0%

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