Whitehaven, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Whitehaven is a small town in Maryland with a population of 80.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
80 Population 216/sq mi density
59°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 38.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median AgeN/A
Density216/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$67,855
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,088M

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation2 ft (1 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+48.5%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
CommuteN/A
Broadband31.0%
Libraries4

Is Whitehaven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitehaven receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Whitehaven 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%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitehaven enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Whitehaven has a population of 80 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

80
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.8%
Female 61.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitehaven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Whitehaven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitehaven is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Whitehaven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$67,855
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$62,318

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,657
County GDP$7,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare362
Retail333
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,389
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Whitehaven has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2 ft (1 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates38.2698°N, 75.7947°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 38.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.5-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.5%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 5.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.8%
15% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+48.5%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities362
Restaurants209
Retail Stores333

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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