Fairlee, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
259 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$114,063 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
57 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$271,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$902 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$773 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent County
2
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

Kent County
2
Maryland
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 35
Feb 3 8 38
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 3 0 56
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 3 1 49
Dec 3 3 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 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MD State Senate District 36, MD State Legislative District 36, MD
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Schools

Chestertown Christian Academy
6 miles, SE • 1 star
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Colleges

Washington College
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Maryland Beauty Academy of Essex
19 miles, NW • 1 star
Community College of Baltimore County
19 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Chesapeake College
19 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
21 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
66 miles, E • 4.1 star
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