What are the schools like in Hurlock, MD?

Hurlock is served primarily by Dorchester County Public Schools. The district operates 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.0:1.

What is the median household income in Hurlock?

The median household income in Hurlock, MD is $57,313 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.5%.

What is the weather like in Hurlock, MD?

Hurlock has an average high temperature of 47.8°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 14.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Hurlock, MD affordable or expensive?

Hurlock's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hurlock is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $162,200 and the median rent is $937 per month.

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

Hurlock has a violent crime rate of 191.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1387.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hurlock, MD a Good Place to Live?

Hurlock is a small town of 2,284 in Maryland, with a median household income of $57,313 and a 6.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Hurlock stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime.

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

All Hurlock 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: 95.7

Hurlock's overall cost of living index is 95.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hurlock costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hurlock, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$162,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$937	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$57,313	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hurlock's violent crime rate is 191.4 per 100,000 residents — 50% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

191.4 /100k

Property Crime

1387.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hurlock is served primarily by Dorchester County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hurlock, MD	National Avg
School District	Dorchester County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	8	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hurlock sees average highs of 47.8°F in January and 90.1°F in July, with 47.7 inches of annual precipitation and 14.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hurlock, MD
Average High — January	47.8°F
Average High — July	90.1°F
Annual Precipitation	47.7"
Annual Snowfall	14.1"

Demographics

Metric	Hurlock, MD	National Avg
Population	2,284	—
Median Age	39.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	52.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	30.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	11.0%	18.9%
Asian	2.2%	6.3%
Under 18	23.2%	22.2%
65 and over	22.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Hurlock

Hurlock, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

21643

Hurlock vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hurlock, MD affordable or expensive?

Hurlock's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hurlock roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $162,200 and median rent is $937/month.

What is the crime rate in Hurlock, MD?

Hurlock's violent crime rate is 191.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1387.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hurlock?

Public schools in Hurlock are operated by Dorchester County Public Schools. The district has 8 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1. 12.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hurlock, MD a good place to live?

Hurlock, MD has a population of 2,284, a median household income of $57,313, and an unemployment rate of 6.5%. 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 Hurlock?

Hurlock averages 47.8°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.7 inches with about 14.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hurlock?

Hurlock, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 21643.

What is the population of Hurlock?

The population of Hurlock, Maryland is 2,284 with a median age of 39.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hurlock?

Key numbers for living in Hurlock: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $162,200, median household income $57,313, crime index 57 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hurlock side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.