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Union Bridge, MD


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Union Bridge, Maryland

Union Bridge, Maryland, in Carroll county, is 16 miles NE of Frederick, Maryland (center to center) and 35 miles NW of Baltimore, Maryland. The town is home to some 989 residents.

The People and Families of Union Bridge

In Union Bridge, about 56% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this town.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Union Bridge had a median family income of $37,500.

Political Inclinations

The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Union Bridge.

Union Bridge Housing

According to the 2000 census, 56% of the housing in Union Bridge was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high.

Commuting

In Union Bridge, 86% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in Union Bridge it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk.

High Points

Union Bridge strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maryland):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Union Bridge Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Union Bridge, MD

Comparing Union Bridge to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maryland (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old98
Male Share of the Population79
Racial Diversity73
Well-Paid Single Men42
Senior Citizens46
Age of the Population45
Female Share of the Population42

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size87
Portion of People Married67

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better64
People Above Poverty43
Median Family Income42
College Educated Adults11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work109
Working at Home77
Short Commute Times25
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals86
Affordability of Property Taxes37
Affordability of Rents37
Seasonal and Vacation Housing34
People Living Alone33
Housing Recently Built11
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