What are the schools like in Chance, MD?

School district data for Chance is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Chance?

The median household income in Chance, MD is $49,861 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 14.2%.

What is the weather like in Chance, MD?

Chance has an average high temperature of 47.8°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 8.0 inches.

Chance, MD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Chance, MD affordable or expensive?

Chance's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Chance is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $218,200 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Chance, MD?

Crime rate data for Chance is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Chance, MD a Good Place to Live?

Chance is a small town of 267 in Maryland, with a median household income of $49,861 and a 14.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Chance stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Chance is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Chance city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 95.1

Chance's overall cost of living index is 95.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Chance costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Chance, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$218,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	97.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,861	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Chance is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Chance, MD	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	4.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	81.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Chance sees average highs of 47.8°F in January and 90.1°F in July, with 47.2 inches of annual precipitation and 8.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Chance, MD
Average High — January	47.8°F
Average High — July	90.1°F
Annual Precipitation	47.2"
Annual Snowfall	8.0"

Demographics

Metric	Chance, MD	National Avg
Population	267	—
Median Age	56.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	14.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	74.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	10.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	15.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	6.7%	22.2%
65 and over	27.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chance, MD affordable or expensive?

Chance's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Chance roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $218,200 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Chance, MD?

Crime data for Chance is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Chance?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Chance, MD a good place to live?

Chance, MD has a population of 267, a median household income of $49,861, and an unemployment rate of 14.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Chance?

Chance averages 47.8°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.2 inches with about 8.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Chance?

The population of Chance, Maryland is 267 with a median age of 56.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Chance?

Key numbers for living in Chance: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $218,200, median household income $49,861. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Chance side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.