What are the schools like in Port Deposit, MD?

Port Deposit is served primarily by Cecil County Public Schools. The district operates 17 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 6 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What is the median household income in Port Deposit?

The median household income in Port Deposit, MD is $46,979 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Port Deposit, MD?

Port Deposit has an average high temperature of 40.1°F in January and 87.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Port Deposit, MD affordable or expensive?

Port Deposit's cost of living index is 104, where 100 represents the national average. This means Port Deposit is 4% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $232,700 and the median rent is $1,067 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Port Deposit, MD?

Port Deposit has a violent crime rate of 206.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1007.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Port Deposit, MD a Good Place to Live?

Port Deposit is a small town of 587 in Maryland, with a median household income of $46,979 . Its cost of living index is 104 (US average = 100), which is 4% above the national average.

Strengths: Port Deposit stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Port Deposit is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Port Deposit 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: 103.5

Port Deposit's overall cost of living index is 103.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Port Deposit costs roughly 4% more than the average American city.

Metric	Port Deposit, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$232,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,067	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	52.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,979	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Port Deposit's violent crime rate is 206.1 per 100,000 residents — 46% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

206.1 /100k

Property Crime

1007.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Port Deposit is served primarily by Cecil County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Port Deposit, MD	National Avg
School District	Cecil County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	17	—
Middle Schools	6	—
High Schools	6	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	35.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Port Deposit sees average highs of 40.1°F in January and 87.5°F in July, with 47.6 inches of annual precipitation and 18.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Port Deposit, MD
Average High — January	40.1°F
Average High — July	87.5°F
Annual Precipitation	47.6"
Annual Snowfall	18.1"

Demographics

Metric	Port Deposit, MD	National Avg
Population	587	—
Median Age	38.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	37.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	68.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	20.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.7%	6.3%
Under 18	23.5%	22.2%
65 and over	13.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Port Deposit

Port Deposit, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

21904

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Port Deposit, MD affordable or expensive?

Port Deposit's cost of living index is 104, where 100 is the national average. That puts Port Deposit roughly 4% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $232,700 and median rent is $1,067/month.

What is the crime rate in Port Deposit, MD?

Port Deposit's violent crime rate is 206.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1007.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Port Deposit?

Public schools in Port Deposit are operated by Cecil County Public Schools. The district has 17 elementary, 6 middle, and 6 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1. 35.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Port Deposit, MD a good place to live?

Port Deposit, MD has a population of 587, a median household income of $46,979, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Port Deposit?

Port Deposit averages 40.1°F in January and 87.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.6 inches with about 18.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Port Deposit?

Port Deposit, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 21904.

What is the population of Port Deposit?

The population of Port Deposit, Maryland is 587 with a median age of 38.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Port Deposit?

Key numbers for living in Port Deposit: cost of living index 104 (100 = US average), median home $232,700, median household income $46,979, crime index 52 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Port Deposit side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.