Woodsboro, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Woodsboro is a small town in Maryland with a population of 1,394. Residents earn $115,583 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,394 Population 1,963/sq mi density
$115,583 Median Income $51,619 per capita
$438,100 Home Value $494,932 Zillow
$889 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$115,583 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$438,100 home value, $889/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,583
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $438,100
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.2%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $889
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,394
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density1,963/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,583
Per Capita$51,619
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$20,352M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$438,100
Rent$889
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$494,932

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation349 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.2%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute34 min
Libraries11

Is Woodsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodsboro receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Woodsboro stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodsboro is $115,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Woodsboro among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodsboro is $438,100, making it a premium housing market at 55% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $889 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Woodsboro has a population of 1,394 with a density of 1,963 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.4%), with 26% Black.

Population

1,394
Total Population
1,963
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodsboro is $115,583, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Woodsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,583
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,619
Avg Weekly Wage$1,343
IRS Avg AGI$99,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,170
County GDP$20,352M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare755
Retail710
Manufacturing168

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,766
65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodsboro is $438,100, 55% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $889 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $494,932.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$438,100
55% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$494,932
Median List Price$375,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$375,000
$/Sq Ft$208
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$889
24% below US avg

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-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,766
65% above US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
In Woodsboro, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death5,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.3%
Healthcare Facilities755

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Woodsboro has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall27.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation349 ft (106 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,963/sq mi
Coordinates39.5340°N, 77.3099°W
County FIPS24021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 53.2%

Winner: Democrat by 8.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.2%
19% above US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,963/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities755
Restaurants526
Retail Stores710

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Work from Home10.6%

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