What are the schools like in Maryland City, MD?

Maryland City is served primarily by DYRS. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.6:1.

What is the median household income in Maryland City?

The median household income in Maryland City, MD is $105,757 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.7%.

What is the weather like in Maryland City, MD?

Maryland City has an average high temperature of 42.7°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Maryland City, MD affordable or expensive?

Maryland City's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Maryland City is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $369,800 and the median rent is $2,126 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Maryland City, MD?

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

Is Maryland City, MD a Good Place to Live?

Maryland City is a small city of 18,345 in Maryland, with a median household income of $105,757 and a 9.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Maryland City stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

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

All Maryland City 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

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

Metric	Maryland City, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$369,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,126	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$105,757	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Maryland City is served primarily by DYRS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Maryland City, MD	National Avg
School District	DYRS	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	48.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Maryland City sees average highs of 42.7°F in January and 88.6°F in July, with 47.4 inches of annual precipitation and 19.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Maryland City, MD
Average High — January	42.7°F
Average High — July	88.6°F
Annual Precipitation	47.4"
Annual Snowfall	19.3"

Demographics

Metric	Maryland City, MD	National Avg
Population	18,345	—
Median Age	33.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	32.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	45.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	11.1%	18.9%
Asian	5.7%	6.3%
Under 18	22.6%	22.2%
65 and over	7.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

North Laurel, MD 3 mi Laurel, MD 3 mi Savage, MD 3 mi Fort Meade, MD 3 mi South Laurel, MD 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Maryland City

Maryland City, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

20724

Maryland City vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maryland City, MD affordable or expensive?

Maryland City's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Maryland City roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $369,800 and median rent is $2,126/month.

What is the crime rate in Maryland City, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Maryland City?

Public schools in Maryland City are operated by DYRS. The district has several elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.6:1. 48.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Maryland City, MD a good place to live?

Maryland City, MD has a population of 18,345, a median household income of $105,757, and an unemployment rate of 9.7%. 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 Maryland City?

Maryland City averages 42.7°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.4 inches with about 19.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Maryland City?

Maryland City, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 20724.

What is the population of Maryland City?

The population of Maryland City, Maryland is 18,345 with a median age of 33.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Maryland City?

Key numbers for living in Maryland City: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $369,800, median household income $105,757, schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Maryland City side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.