Yarrowsburg, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Yarrowsburg is a small town in Maryland with a population of 64.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
64 Population 278/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $42,991 per capita
$278,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°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
78.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $278,100
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 78.1%
132% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.1%
292% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.9%
190% higher than US avg

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

People

Population64
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density278/mi²
Male / Female78% / 22%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans64.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$42,991
Unemployment14.1%
Poverty35.9%
County GDP$3,037M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$278,100
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation644 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+78.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute30 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries3

Is Yarrowsburg a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 14.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 35.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yarrowsburg is $278,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

Yarrowsburg is a highly educated community — 78.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Yarrowsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Yarrowsburg has a population of 64 with a density of 278 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.1%).

Population

64
Total Population
278
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 78.1%
Female 21.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Yarrowsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Yarrowsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yarrowsburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 14.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Yarrowsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$42,991
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$83,954

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.1%
292% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.9%
190% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,314
County GDP$3,037M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare80
Retail145
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,965
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Yarrowsburg is $278,100, 1% below the national average. 100.0% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,100
1% below US avg

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

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,965
15% below US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In Yarrowsburg, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death9,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities80

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Yarrowsburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density278/sq mi
Coordinates39.3762°N, 77.6843°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 78.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (132% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.8-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 15.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+78.1%
132% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density278/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants129
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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