Sykesville, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Howard County County
Sykesville, MD
At a Glance
How Sykesville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sykesville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sykesville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sykesville residents earn a median household income of $135,692 , which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,212. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,342 business establishments, including 703 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sykesville is $398,600 , 41% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $557,440. Median rent is $1,703/month, with 23.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Sykesville reports 68 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 540/100K.
Education
51.1% of adults in Sykesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above the national average). 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sykesville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.