Summerfield, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Summerfield is a small city in Maryland with a population of 15,635. Residents earn $92,042 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
15,635 Population 4,307/sq mi density
$92,042 Median Income $40,676 per capita
$339,800 Home Value
$2,032 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$92,042 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$339,800 home value, $2,032/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,042
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $339,800
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.7%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,032
75% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.6%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15,635
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density4,307/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

A
Median Income$92,042
Per Capita$40,676
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$339,800
Rent$2,032
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation232 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute35 min
Libraries19

Is Summerfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summerfield receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Summerfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summerfield is $92,042, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summerfield is $339,800, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,032 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Summerfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Summerfield has a population of 15,635 with a density of 4,307 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (86.7%), with 2.2% White, 3% Hispanic.

Population

15,635
Total Population
4,307
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Summerfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.8%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.2%
66% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Summerfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summerfield is $92,042, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Summerfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,042
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,676
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,770
County GDP$65,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,546
Healthcare2,219
Retail2,225
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Work from Home18.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Summerfield is $339,800, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,032 (75% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$339,800
21% above US avg
Median List Price$342,445

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$342,445
$/Sq Ft$252
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops23.5%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,032
75% 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-Occupied45.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Summerfield, 44.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.6%
39% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma12.7%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression15.1%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Summerfield has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation232 ft (71 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density4,307/sq mi
Coordinates38.9045°N, 76.8683°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 75.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 11.2%
D 86.4%

Winner: Democrat by 75.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.7%
9% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,307/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Work from Home18.5%

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