Essex, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
40,670 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,082 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$253,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$590 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,101 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Baltimore County
6
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro 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

Baltimore County
6
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro Area
5
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 34
Feb 3 7 37
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 3 1 48
Dec 4 4 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MD State Senate District 6, MD State Legislative District 6, MD
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Schools

Deep Creek Middle
<1 miles, SW
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Colleges

All-State Career-Baltimore
6 miles, W • 1.4 star
Morgan State University
8 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Johns Hopkins Hospital, The
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
64 miles, N • 1.4 star
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