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Walkersville, Maryland, in Frederick county, is 5 miles NE of Frederick, Maryland (center to center) and 41 miles W of Baltimore, Maryland. The town is conveniently located inside the Washington metropolitan area. There are an estimated 5,192 people in Walkersville.
In Walkersville, about 65% of adults are married. Many folks in Walkersville are married and settled down. Families have pride of place in the town, and much of the housing seems designed with families in mind.
In 2000, Walkersville had a median family income of $69,476. Walkersville has more than its share of wealthy families and people. The town has a large middle class. You won't find a lot of people in Walkersville living below the poverty line.
In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($925) in Walkersville. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.
Approximately 84% of housing in Walkersville is owner-occupied. The town contains many homes that have been built in recent years.
In Walkersville, 93% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Walkersville to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maryland (State):
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