Cambridge, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
13,094 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,261 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$254,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$650 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$787 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dorchester County
5
Cambridge Urban Area
5
Maryland
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dorchester County
6
Cambridge Urban Area
6
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 36
Feb 3 4 39
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 3 0 49
Dec 4 2 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 3%

Schools

Open Bible Academy
<1 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Chesapeake College
28 miles, N 1.4 star
Blades School of Hair Design
29 miles, W 1 star
Salisbury University
29 miles, SE 3.2 star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
30 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Umd Shore Medical Center at Easton
15 miles, NE 4.1 star
Nanticoke Memorial Hospital
26 miles, E 4.1 star
Calverthealth Medical Center
28 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Richmond International Airport
99 miles, SW 2.3 star