What are the schools like in Seabrook, MD?

Seabrook is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district operates 139 elementary schools, 25 middle schools, and 25 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in Seabrook?

The median household income in Seabrook, MD is $96,078 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in Seabrook, MD?

Seabrook has an average high temperature of 43.9°F in January and 88.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Seabrook, MD affordable or expensive?

Seabrook's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means Seabrook is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $359,100 and the median rent is $1,810 per month.

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

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

Is Seabrook, MD a Good Place to Live?

Seabrook is a small city of 19,369 in Maryland, with a median household income of $96,078 and a 7.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

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

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

All Seabrook 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

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

Metric	Seabrook, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$359,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,810	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	59.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$96,078	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Seabrook is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Seabrook, MD	National Avg
School District	Prince George's County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	139	—
Middle Schools	25	—
High Schools	25	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	34.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Seabrook sees average highs of 43.9°F in January and 88.5°F in July, with 44.0 inches of annual precipitation and 15.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Seabrook, MD
Average High — January	43.9°F
Average High — July	88.5°F
Annual Precipitation	44.0"
Annual Snowfall	15.8"

Demographics

Metric	Seabrook, MD	National Avg
Population	19,369	—
Median Age	36.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	7.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	59.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	22.2%	18.9%
Asian	7.4%	6.3%
Under 18	24.1%	22.2%
65 and over	12.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Seabrook vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seabrook, MD affordable or expensive?

Seabrook's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts Seabrook roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $359,100 and median rent is $1,810/month.

What is the crime rate in Seabrook, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Seabrook?

Public schools in Seabrook are operated by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district has 139 elementary, 25 middle, and 25 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 34.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Seabrook, MD a good place to live?

Seabrook, MD has a population of 19,369, a median household income of $96,078, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. 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 Seabrook?

Seabrook averages 43.9°F in January and 88.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.0 inches with about 15.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Seabrook?

The population of Seabrook, Maryland is 19,369 with a median age of 36.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Seabrook?

Key numbers for living in Seabrook: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home $359,100, median household income $96,078, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Seabrook side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.