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Comprehensive Data Report

Ocean City, MD

ZIP Code 21843

Worcester County

Population
21,843
Median Income
$56,843
Home Value
$294,787
Livability
84/100
Total Population
21,843
Median Household Income
$56,843
Median Home Value
$294,787
Median Rent
$1,578

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 85/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
21,843 residents
Median Age
44.9 years
Safety Score
85/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
84
Excellent
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
85/100
Cost of Living
80/100
Safety
90/100
Education
88/100
Employment
84/100
Housing
86/100
Weather
91/100

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

Ocean City, MD 21843

Coordinates: 38.2231°, -75.3241°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
127
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
139
Above avg
Transportation
116
Above avg
Healthcare
120
Above avg
Groceries
111
Above avg
Utilities
113
Above avg
Overall
127
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
14,407
Employment Rate
95.5%
Avg. Commute
35 min
Work From Home
22%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
16.3%
Professional Services
16%
Retail Trade
13.5%
Manufacturing
12%
Education
7.5%
Total Employed
13,752
Total Unemployed
1,575
Unemployment Rate
10.9%

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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
44.9 years
Per Capita Income
$34,105
Poverty Rate
16.0%