Riverside, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
6,149 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$102,262 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$237,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$574 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,660 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harford County
3
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

Harford County
2
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro Area
5
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 33
Feb 3 6 35
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MD State Senate District 34, MD State Legislative Subdistrict 34A, MD
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

High Road School of Harford County
<1 miles, SE • 1 star
Browse all schools near Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro Area

Colleges

Harford Community College
6 miles, N • 1.9 star
Aveda Institute-Maryland
7 miles, NW • 1 star
Cecil College
19 miles, E • 1.4 star
Browse all colleges near Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro Area

Hospitals

Umd Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
6 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital
20 miles, W • 4.1 star
Browse all hospitals near Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro Area

Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
56 miles, N • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
60 miles, E • 4.1 star
Browse all airports near Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metro Area