Overlea, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
12,430 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,296 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$249,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$575 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,194 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 8 34
Feb 3 7 37
Mar 4 3 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 3 1 48
Dec 3 3 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 33%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 4%

Schools

Colleges

Morgan State University
4 miles, W 2.3 star

Hospitals

Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital
4 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
59 miles, N 1.4 star