Salisbury Metro Area, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
128,802 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,592 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$557 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$983 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.7% 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 3 36
Feb 3 3 39
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 3 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 3 0 49
Dec 4 1 40

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MD State Senate District 38, MD State Legislative Subdistrict 38A, MD
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Schools

Washington Academy and High School
5 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Delmarva Beauty Academy
13 miles, NE • 1 star
Salisbury University
14 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Wor-Wic Community College
19 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McCready Health
15 miles, SW
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
15 miles, NE • 5 star
Atlantic General Hospital
32 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Norfolk International Airport
93 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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