Lake Shore, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
18,263 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$127,453 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$471,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$606 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,601 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Anne Arundel County
4
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

Anne Arundel County
4
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro Area
5
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 33
Feb 3 4 36
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 3 0 54
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 3 2 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MD State Senate District 31, MD State Legislative District 31, MD
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Schools

Lake Shore Christian Academy
1 miles, N • 5 star
Chesapeake High
2 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Anne Arundel Community College
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
St John's College
8 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Anne Arundel Medical Center
7 miles, SW • 5 star
Medstar Harbor Hospital
13 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
78 miles, N • 1.4 star
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