Camp Springs 61 Average
Camp Springs Livability #326 ranked city in Maryland#16,994 ranked city in the USARanks better than 41% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Camp Springs

PROS
  • Employment

    The combination of higher than average median home income, income per capita and low unemployment rates results in a score that is well above average in the employment category.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Cost Of Living

    Based on the most recent cost of living data, this area is more expensive to live in. You can expect to pay more for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries and utilities.

  • Health & Safety

    Poor air quality and the inaccessibility of certain health related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies could have all contributed to the low score in this category.

  • Ratings

    AreaVibes conducted surveys and polls with locals who live in the area. The results were not favorable for walkability of amenities, parks, public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

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What's it like Living in Camp Springs?

Located in the state of Maryland, Camp Springs is a medium-sized city with a population of 21,829 inhabitants. With a total of 79%, the Black or African American racial group makes up the majority of the population in Camp Springs. The next most represented races are 11% White and 2% Asian. All the single ladies and all the single fellas might want to take notice as only 48% of the Camp Springs population is married. Something to be aware of when living in Camp Springs are the above average commute times. If you're looking for a short commute to work, this might not be the right area for you. With one way commute time of 39 minutes, this comes in much higher than the national average of 26 minutes.

If you’re considering relocating to any new city, it could be a very daunting task. However, it could also be a great experience if you are willing to get to know the area before actually living in Camp Springs, Maryland. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is of utmost importance, ensuring a secure environment with low crime. Proximity to your workplace or school helps reduce commuting time and offers convenience. Access to amenities such as parks, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities enhances your daily life. Public transportation options contribute to easy mobility. A sense of community fosters a supportive and engaging environment. Lastly, the overall atmosphere should align with your desired lifestyle, ensuring a fulfilling living experience. Considering these items will guide you towards finding the perfect neighborhood that fits all your needs. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like crime, commute, education, employment, you can easily compare the best places to live in Camp Springs and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Camp Springs to Maryland and the national average.

Camp Springs, MD receives 61/100 for its livability score; this results in a ranking of #318 in Maryland and #15,757 in the USA. If we probe a little deeper into each category within the livability score, we see that Camp Springs has higher than average rankings for the following: education (C+) and housing (A+). There is at least one category that did not score well in Camp Springs. The following was graded with a disappointing score: amenities (F) and cost of living (F).

A robust real estate market serves as a crucial economic indicator, reflecting the local area's strength, stability and the confidence of its residents. Camp Springs excels in the housing sector, scoring high marks based on factors such as median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability. These calculations suggest that the apartment rental and real estate market in the region is exceptionally healthy, highlighting the area's economic vitality and attractiveness to potential homebuyers and renters.

Assuming that Camp Springs meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Camp Springs. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Camp Springs are simply unattainable. Median real estate prices in Camp Springs come in at $300,000, which is 3.3% higher than the Maryland average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Camp Springs, the home price to income ratio is 2.9, which is 23.7% lower than the Maryland average.

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      Camp Springs transportation information

      Statistic Camp Springs Maryland National
      Average one way commute39min32min26min
      Workers who drive to work68.6%73.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool9.2%9.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit14.7%8.9%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.8%2.4%2.8%
      Working from home5.0%4.4%4.6%
      Source: The Camp Springs, MD data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).