What are the schools like in Lansdowne, MD?

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

What is the median household income in Lansdowne?

The median household income in Lansdowne, MD is $54,043 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.

What is the weather like in Lansdowne, MD?

Lansdowne has an average high temperature of 43.7°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Lansdowne, MD affordable or expensive?

Lansdowne's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lansdowne is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $190,200 and the median rent is $1,272 per month.

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

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

Is Lansdowne, MD a Good Place to Live?

Lansdowne is a small town of 9,254 in Maryland, with a median household income of $54,043 and a 3.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Lansdowne stands out for below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Lansdowne is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lansdowne 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: 102.7

Lansdowne's overall cost of living index is 102.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lansdowne costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Lansdowne, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$190,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,272	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$54,043	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Lansdowne 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	Lansdowne, 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	14.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	80.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lansdowne sees average highs of 43.7°F in January and 90.1°F in July, with 43.7 inches of annual precipitation and 19.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lansdowne, MD
Average High — January	43.7°F
Average High — July	90.1°F
Annual Precipitation	43.7"
Annual Snowfall	19.3"

Demographics

Metric	Lansdowne, MD	National Avg
Population	9,254	—
Median Age	37.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	50.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	31.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	14.3%	18.9%
Asian	1.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.9%	22.2%
65 and over	13.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Lansdowne vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lansdowne, MD affordable or expensive?

Lansdowne's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Lansdowne roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $190,200 and median rent is $1,272/month.

What is the crime rate in Lansdowne, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Lansdowne?

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

Is Lansdowne, MD a good place to live?

Lansdowne, MD has a population of 9,254, a median household income of $54,043, and an unemployment rate of 3.7%. 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 Lansdowne?

Lansdowne averages 43.7°F in January and 90.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.7 inches with about 19.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Lansdowne?

The population of Lansdowne, Maryland is 9,254 with a median age of 37.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lansdowne?

Key numbers for living in Lansdowne: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $190,200, median household income $54,043. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lansdowne side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.