Whaleyville, MD

Maryland

Whaleyville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 179. Residents earn $81,771 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
179 Population 177/sq mi density
$81,771 Median Income $44,126 per capita
$187,200 Home Value $347,758 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,771 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,771
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $187,200
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.8%
60% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population179
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,771
Per Capita$44,126
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,138M

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$347,758

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation30 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.8%
High School+84.8%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband52.0%
Libraries5

Is Whaleyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whaleyville receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Whaleyville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whaleyville is $81,771, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whaleyville is $187,200, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Whaleyville is a highly educated community — 53.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Whaleyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Whaleyville has a population of 179 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 4.5% Black.

Population

179
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.2%
Female 69.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Whaleyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Whaleyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whaleyville is $81,771, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Whaleyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,771
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,126
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$84,523

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,455
County GDP$4,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants478
Healthcare168
Retail376
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,989
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Whaleyville is $187,200, 34% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $347,758.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,200
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$347,758

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-Occupied75.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,989
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Whaleyville, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death7,635/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities168

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Whaleyville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates38.3870°N, 75.2975°W
County FIPS24047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 53.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.8%
60% above US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants478
Retail Stores376

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home15.4%

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