Tilghman Island, MD

Tilghman Island, MD

At a Glance

How Tilghman Island Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Tilghman Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Tilghman Island a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Tilghman Island residents earn a median household income of $64,931 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,728. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,596 business establishments, including 143 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Tilghman Island is $330,300 , 17% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $870,000. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.

Safety & Crime

Tilghman Island reports 598 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,088/100K.

Education

22.9% of adults in Tilghman Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 82.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Tilghman Island has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

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