West Denton, MD

Maryland

West Denton is a small town in Maryland with a population of 32.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
32 Population 110/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $53,750 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population32
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$53,750
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,590M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute26 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries3

Is West Denton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Denton receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. West Denton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Denton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

West Denton has a population of 32 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

32
Total Population
110
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75%
Female 25%

Race & Ethnicity

West Denton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Denton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Denton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: West Denton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$53,750
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$61,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)732
County GDP$1,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare47
Retail85
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg

Health Metrics: West Denton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,061/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities47

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

West Denton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates38.8896°N, 75.8388°W
County FIPS24011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.1-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density110/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants37
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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