Hancock, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,715 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$175,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$462 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$726 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
4
Hagerstown-Martinsburg Metro Area
4
Maryland
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
4
Hagerstown-Martinsburg Metro Area
4
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 29
Feb 2 10 33
Mar 4 7 41
Apr 4 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 2 44
Dec 3 7 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 4%

Schools

Hancock Middle Senior High
2 miles, W 4.6 star
Southern Fulton JSHS
4 miles, N 4.1 star
Warm Springs Middle School
5 miles, SW 1.9 star

Colleges

James Rumsey Technical Institute
15 miles, S 1.4 star
Valley College-Martinsburg
19 miles, S 1 star
International Beauty School 4
20 miles, S 1 star

Hospitals

War Memorial Hospital Inc
5 miles, SW 5 star
Fulton County Medical Center
18 miles, NE 4.1 star
Berkeley Medical Center
18 miles, S 4.1 star
Meritus Medical Center
26 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
77 miles, NW 1 star
Harrisburg International Airport
82 miles, E 1.4 star