Garrett 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 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
28,713 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,031 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$217,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$435 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$560 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Maryland
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 27
Feb 3 16 30
Mar 4 12 38
Apr 4 3 49
May 5 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 4 4 41
Dec 3 13 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Bittinger Mennonite School
4 miles, NE • 1 star
Northern Garrett High School
8 miles, N • 5 star

Colleges

Garrett College
4 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Frostburg State University
20 miles, E • 2.8 star

Hospitals

Garrett County Memorial Hospital
12 miles, SW • 5 star
Potomac Valley Hospital
17 miles, SE • 5 star
Preston Memorial Hospital
22 miles, W • 5 star

Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
51 miles, N • 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
83 miles, N • 3.2 star