What are the schools like in Pomfret, MD?

Pomfret is served primarily by Charles County Public Schools. The district operates 23 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 8 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.4:1.

What is the median household income in Pomfret?

The median household income in Pomfret, MD is $146,406 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.3%.

What is the weather like in Pomfret, MD?

Pomfret has an average high temperature of 44.8°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 13.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Pomfret, MD affordable or expensive?

Pomfret's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means Pomfret is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $358,300 and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

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

Is Pomfret, MD a Good Place to Live?

Pomfret is a small town of 762 in Maryland, with a median household income of $146,406 and a 9.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

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

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

All Pomfret 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: 108.6

Pomfret's overall cost of living index is 108.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Pomfret costs roughly 9% more than the average American city.

Metric	Pomfret, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$358,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	92.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$146,406	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Pomfret is served primarily by Charles County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Pomfret, MD	National Avg
School District	Charles County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	23	—
Middle Schools	9	—
High Schools	8	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	45.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pomfret sees average highs of 44.8°F in January and 88.0°F in July, with 46.9 inches of annual precipitation and 13.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Pomfret, MD
Average High — January	44.8°F
Average High — July	88.0°F
Annual Precipitation	46.9"
Annual Snowfall	13.4"

Demographics

Metric	Pomfret, MD	National Avg
Population	762	—
Median Age	52.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	14.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	37.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	15.6%	18.9%
Asian	1.8%	6.3%
Under 18	13.8%	22.2%
65 and over	27.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bensville, MD 3 mi La Plata, MD 4 mi Port Tobacco Village, MD 4 mi Bryans Road, MD 4 mi Potomac Heights, MD 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Pomfret

Pomfret, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

20675

Pomfret vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pomfret, MD affordable or expensive?

Pomfret's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts Pomfret roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $358,300 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Pomfret, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Pomfret?

Public schools in Pomfret are operated by Charles County Public Schools. The district has 23 elementary, 9 middle, and 8 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.4:1. 45.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Pomfret, MD a good place to live?

Pomfret, MD has a population of 762, a median household income of $146,406, and an unemployment rate of 9.3%. 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 Pomfret?

Pomfret averages 44.8°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.9 inches with about 13.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Pomfret?

Pomfret, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 20675.

What is the population of Pomfret?

The population of Pomfret, Maryland is 762 with a median age of 52.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pomfret?

Key numbers for living in Pomfret: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home $358,300, median household income $146,406, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pomfret side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.