Thurmont, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Frederick County County
Thurmont, MD
At a Glance
How Thurmont Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thurmont's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thurmont a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thurmont residents earn a median household income of $92,391 , which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,732. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,170 business establishments, including 526 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thurmont is $325,700 , 16% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $397,659. Median rent is $1,011/month, with 32.2% 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
Thurmont reports 88 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 585/100K.
Education
25.8% of adults in Thurmont hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thurmont has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.