Galesville 61 Average
Galesville Livability #321 ranked city in Maryland#16,722 ranked city in the USARanks better than 42% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Galesville

PROS
  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are attributed to this area, possibly pointing to a favorable home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.

  • Schools

    The lower than average schools score may be influenced by below-average education levels, subpar reading and math scores and the lack of access to local elementary and high schools.

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      Galesville transportation information

      Statistic Galesville Maryland National
      Average one way commute40min32min26min
      Workers who drive to work57.8%73.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool5.2%9.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit3.9%8.9%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle1.1%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%2.4%2.8%
      Working from home32.0%4.4%4.6%
      Source: The Galesville, MD data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).