Allegany County, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
67,762 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,393 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$149,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$471 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$614 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland Urban Area
3
Maryland
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland Urban Area
4
Maryland
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 17 27
Feb 2 13 30
Mar 3 11 38
Apr 3 2 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 4 42
Dec 3 11 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MD State Senate District 1, MD State Legislative Subdistrict 1C, MD
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Schools

Fort Hill High
3 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Allegany College of Maryland
3 miles, N • 1.4 star
Frostburg State University
13 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Hampshire Memorial Hospital
19 miles, S • 3.2 star
Potomac Valley Hospital
21 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
59 miles, N • 1 star
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