Median Income
$66,677
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$170,500
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Wattsville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,425
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density332/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,677
Per Capita$31,197
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$170,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation35 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute20 min
Libraries2
Is Wattsville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wattsville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Wattsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wattsville is $66,677, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wattsville is $170,500, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Wattsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Wattsville has a population of 1,425 with a density of 332 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.8%), with 30.2% Black.
Population
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Wattsville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.5% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Wattsville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wattsville is $66,677, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Wattsville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,677 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,197 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,012 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,546 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,264 |
| County GDP | $2,039M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.0 min |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |
The median home value in Wattsville is $170,500, 40% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $170,500 |
| 40% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.66% |
In Wattsville, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wattsville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.7% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,239/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Crime Rates: Wattsville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Wattsville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.8°F |
| 7% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.3 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 8.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 35 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 332/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9291°N, 75.4925°W |
| County FIPS | 51001 |