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Comprehensive Data Report

Fishing Creek, MD

ZIP Code 21634

Dorchester County

Population
367
Median Income
$49,250
Home Value
$290,900
Livability
70/100
Total Population
367
Median Household Income
$49,250
Median Home Value
$290,900
Median Rent
-$666,666,666

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median age of 62 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
367 residents
Median Age
62.4 years
Safety Score
64/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
70
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
75/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
64/100
Education
34/100
Employment
95/100
Housing
62/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Fishing Creek, MD 21634

Coordinates: 38.2987°, -76.2035°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
-7799921
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
-19047569
Below avg
Transportation
-1904667
Below avg
Healthcare
-952283
Below avg
Groceries
-2857050
Below avg
Utilities
-1523714
Below avg
Overall
-7799921
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
231
Employment Rate
87.9%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Retail Trade
15.5%
Professional Services
14.6%
Healthcare & Social Assistance
13%
Manufacturing
8.8%
Education
7.7%
Total Employed
203
Total Unemployed
28
Unemployment Rate
12.1%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
62.4 years
Per Capita Income
$35,151
Poverty Rate
2.7%