Tolchester, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
381 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
52.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$114,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$320,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$863 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$808 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent County
2
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

Kent County
2
Maryland
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 35
Feb 3 8 38
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 3 0 56
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 3 1 49
Dec 3 3 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 5%

Schools

Kent County High
9 miles, E 4.6 star

Colleges

Washington College
9 miles, SE 3.2 star
Maryland Beauty Academy of Essex
16 miles, NW 1 star
Community College of Baltimore County
16 miles, NW 1.9 star
All-State Career-Baltimore
17 miles, NW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
18 miles, NW 3.2 star
Johns Hopkins Hospital, The
20 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
70 miles, E 4.1 star