What are the schools like in Lisbon, MD?

Lisbon is served primarily by Howard County Public Schools. The district operates 42 elementary schools, 20 middle schools, and 15 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.5:1.

What is the median household income in Lisbon?

The median household income in Lisbon, MD is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 30.0%.

What is the weather like in Lisbon, MD?

Lisbon has an average high temperature of 39.1°F in January and 84.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 31.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Lisbon, MD affordable or expensive?

Lisbon's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lisbon is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

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

Is Lisbon, MD a Good Place to Live?

Lisbon is a small town of 62 in Maryland, with a median household income of N/A and a 30.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Lisbon stands out for solid school ratings (B).

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

All Lisbon 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

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

Metric	Lisbon, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Lisbon is served primarily by Howard County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lisbon, MD	National Avg
School District	Howard County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	42	—
Middle Schools	20	—
High Schools	15	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lisbon sees average highs of 39.1°F in January and 84.3°F in July, with 47.9 inches of annual precipitation and 31.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lisbon, MD
Average High — January	39.1°F
Average High — July	84.3°F
Annual Precipitation	47.9"
Annual Snowfall	31.4"

Demographics

Metric	Lisbon, MD	National Avg
Population	62	—
Median Age	60.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	30.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	9.7%	22.2%
65 and over	0.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Lisbon

Lisbon, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

21797

Lisbon vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lisbon, MD affordable or expensive?

Lisbon's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Lisbon roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is N/A and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Lisbon, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Lisbon?

Public schools in Lisbon are operated by Howard County Public Schools. The district has 42 elementary, 20 middle, and 15 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1. 22.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lisbon, MD a good place to live?

Lisbon, MD has a population of 62, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 30.0%. 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 Lisbon?

Lisbon averages 39.1°F in January and 84.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.9 inches with about 31.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lisbon?

Lisbon, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 21797.

What is the population of Lisbon?

The population of Lisbon, Maryland is 62 with a median age of 60.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lisbon?

Key numbers for living in Lisbon: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income N/A, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lisbon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.