St. James, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
4,581 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,105 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$390,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$588 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$918 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.6% 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 9 30
Feb 3 8 33
Mar 4 4 40
Apr 4 0 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 1 44
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MD State Senate District 2, MD State Legislative Subdistrict 2A, MD
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Schools

St James School
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
Washington County Technical High
2 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Award Beauty School
5 miles, NE • 1 star
Hagerstown Community College
6 miles, E • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Hagerstown
7 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Shepherd University
10 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Meritus Medical Center
5 miles, E • 3.2 star
Berkeley Medical Center
14 miles, W • 4.1 star
Waynesboro Hospital
16 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

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