Walkersville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Walkersville is a small city in Maryland with a population of 6,352. Residents earn $137,218 per year, which is 83% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,352 Population 1,334/sq mi density
$137,218 Median Income $57,556 per capita
$442,300 Home Value $460,945 Zillow
$1,390 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$137,218 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$442,300 home value, $1,390/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $137,218
83% higher than US avg
Home Value $442,300
57% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.7%
33% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,390
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,352
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,334/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$137,218
Per Capita$57,556
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$20,352M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$442,300
Rent$1,390
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$460,945

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation305 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.7%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute37 min
Libraries11

Is Walkersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walkersville receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Walkersville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walkersville is $137,218, which is significantly higher than the national average — 83% above $75,149. This places Walkersville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walkersville is $442,300, making it a premium housing market at 57% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,390 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Walkersville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Walkersville has a population of 6,352 with a density of 1,334 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.4%), with 5.5% Black.

Population

6,352
Total Population
1,334
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Walkersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walkersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walkersville is $137,218, which is 83% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Walkersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$137,218
83% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,556
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$99,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,170
County GDP$20,352M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare755
Retail710
Manufacturing168

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,766
65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Walkersville is $442,300, 57% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,390 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $460,945.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$442,300
57% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$460,945
Median List Price$301,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$301,950
$/Sq Ft$229
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio101.1%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,390
20% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,995

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-Occupied86.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,766
65% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Walkersville, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death5,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.3%
Healthcare Facilities755

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Walkersville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density1,334/sq mi
Coordinates39.4743°N, 77.3634°W
County FIPS24021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 44.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 53.2%

Winner: Democrat by 8.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.7%
33% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,334/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities755
Restaurants526
Retail Stores710

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Work from Home16.0%

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