West Ocean City, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
5,124 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,776 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$418,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$693 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,265 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Worcester County
3
Ocean Pines Urban Area
3
Maryland
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Worcester County
6
Ocean Pines Urban Area
6
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 3 36
Feb 3 3 39
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 5 0 76
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 is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Stephen Decatur High
4 miles, W • 5 star
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Colleges

Wor-Wic Community College
21 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
27 miles, W • 1 star
Salisbury University
27 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Atlantic General Hospital
5 miles, W • 4.1 star
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
26 miles, NW • 5 star
Beebe Medical Center
30 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
82 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
106 miles, N • 4.1 star
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