Maryland · Metropolitan Area
Westminster is a small city in Maryland with a population of 20,257. Residents earn $79,431 per year, which is 6% above the national average.
Based on current data, Westminster receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Westminster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Westminster is $79,431, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Westminster is $318,100, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,410 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 472 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,994 per 100,000, 104% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Westminster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 28.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 90.8% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.2% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $79,431 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,490 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,104 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $98,808 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,506 |
| County GDP | $8,877M |
| Restaurants | 283 |
| Healthcare | 508 |
| Retail | 457 |
| Manufacturing | 127 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,163 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.62% |
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
| Census Median | $318,100 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $455,959 |
| Median List Price | $417,500 |
| Median List Price | $417,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $204 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.5% |
| Price Drops | 29.6% |
| Inventory | 27 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,410 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,723 |
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,163 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.62% |
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,289/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 508 |
| Total Violent | 471.8/100K |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 85.8/100K |
| Assault | 386.0/100K |
| Total Property | 3,993.8/100K |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 541.4/100K |
| Theft | 3,377.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 75.1/100K |
| Arson | 21.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 28.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Area | 6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,997/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5797°N, 77.0084°W |
| County FIPS | 24013 |
Winner: Republican by 25 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.4% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.85 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,997/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 508 |
| Restaurants | 283 |
| Retail Stores | 457 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |