Scaggsville 63 Average
Scaggsville Livability #273 ranked city in Maryland#14,019 ranked city in the USARanks better than 52% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Scaggsville

PROS
  • Crime

    This area boasts a crime rate that is far below the national average, making it a very safe place to live. These crime statistics encompass both property and violent offenses.

  • Employment

    With higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates, this area scores extremely well in the employment category.

  • Housing

    Impressive scores in the housing category characterize this area, potentially attributed to the availability of affordable housing, strong appreciation rates and high home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Commute

    Low commute scores could be due to limited access to public transit in this area, as well as longer-than-average work commute times for residents.

  • Cost Of Living

    This area is known for its high cost of living, which means you should anticipate higher costs for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries, and health care.

  • Health & Safety

    Subpar air quality and the limited availability of certain health-related facilities such as hospitals, police stations, doctors and pharmacies may have contributed to the low score in this category.

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What's it like Living in Scaggsville?

Located in the state of Maryland, Scaggsville is a small city with a population of 9,948 people. Something to be aware of when living in Scaggsville 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 35 minutes, this comes in much higher than the national average of 26 minutes.

Living in Scaggsville can be a great experience for anyone moving to the area. Having said that, in the state of Maryland, there are many desirable places to live, so choose wisely! When searching for a new neighborhood, several factors play a vital role in determining its suitability. Safety should be a top priority, ensuring a secure environment with low crime rates. Proximity to your workplace or school helps minimize commuting time and allows for a better work-life balance. Availability of essential amenities such as parks, coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities contributes to convenience and well-being. Access to reliable public transportation options facilitates easy commuting and connectivity. Additionally, considering the sense of community and the overall atmosphere that resonates with your lifestyle and preferences fosters a harmonious living experience. To help you find the best places to live in and around Scaggsville, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, crime, cost of living, commute, education and more.

Scaggsville has a livability score of 63/100 and is ranked #274 in Maryland and #13,369 in the USA. If we dig down a little deeper into each category within the livability score, we see that Scaggsville has higher than average rankings for the following: crime (A+), education (B-) and housing (A+). On a more negative note, Scaggsville does not have favorable ranks for the following: amenities (F) and cost of living (F). If we take a look at the data, we can find out why.

For home buyers, real estate will be the largest purchase they will ever make and it will also be their most valuable asset. For renters, the monthly rent paid on their Scaggsville apartments will most likely be their largest expense. Based on tangible metrics like home and rental affordability and appreciation rates, housing in this area has received a score that is well above the average of every other US city. A thriving real estate market can also generate strong local economic activity and job creation.

Certain items on your wish list like shopping, restaurants, nightlife, parks and proximity to public transportation are all important things to look for. Having said that, perhaps the most important metric to consider when contemplating a move to Scaggsville is real estate affordability. Median real estate prices in Scaggsville come in at $540,700, which is 86.2% higher than the Maryland average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Scaggsville, the home price to income ratio is 3.3, which is 13.2% lower than the Maryland average.

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      Statistic Scaggsville Maryland National
      Average one way commute35min32min26min
      Workers who drive to work72.2%73.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool8.5%9.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit4.2%8.9%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.6%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.2%2.4%2.8%
      Working from home14.2%4.4%4.6%
      Source: The Scaggsville, MD data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).