Worcester County, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
53,279 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,455 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$348,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$677 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$899 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ocean Pines Urban Area
3
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

Ocean Pines Urban Area
6
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 3 0 63
Jun 3 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 5 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 is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Snow Hill High
6 miles, W • 4.6 star
Cedar Chapel Special School
6 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Wor-Wic Community College
15 miles, N • 1.4 star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
18 miles, NW • 1 star
Salisbury University
18 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Atlantic General Hospital
10 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 5 star
Nanticoke Memorial Hospital
33 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
94 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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