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Cost of living in Arbutus summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Arbutus. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in Arbutus is 115 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Arbutus is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Arbutus is $330,132.
The median income in Arbutus is $99,090.
Arbutus's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Arbutus Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Arbutus | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 115 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 104 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 110 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 130 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 108 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 102 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 108 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Arbutus, MD Weather
The average high in Arbutus is 66.0° and the average low is 47.0°.
There are 72.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 43.4 inches of precipitation each year with 20.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Arbutus |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 66.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 47.0 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 72.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 43.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 20.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Arbutus Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Arbutus
The current population in Arbutus is 22,507. The population has increased 10.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22,507 | 7.8% |
| 2023 | 20,869 | 3.6% |
| 2022 | 20,135 | 2.4% |
| 2021 | 19,662 | 2.1% |
| 2020 | 19,267 | -0.1% |
| 2019 | 19,292 | -4.8% |
| 2018 | 20,259 | -4.3% |
| 2017 | 21,167 | -1.3% |
| 2016 | 21,455 | -1.0% |
| 2015 | 21,662 | 1.2% |
| 2014 | 21,404 | 5.3% |
| 2013 | 20,322 | 2.1% |
| 2012 | 19,913 | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 19,956 | -2.2% |
| 2010 | 20,406 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Arbutus
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Arbutus is:
61.6% White with 13,856 White residents.
13.5% African American with 3,038 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 35 American Indian residents.
11.7% Asian with 2,637 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 76 Other residents.
3.8% Two Or More with 865 Two Or More residents.
8.9% Hispanic with 2,000 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Arbutus | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 61.6% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 13.5% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 11.7% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.8% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 8.9% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Arbutus
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Arbutus is 49.4% female with 11,109 female residents.
Arbutus is 50.6% male with 11,397 male residents.
| Gender | Arbutus | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Arbutus for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Arbutus completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in Arbutus completed 9-12th grade.
25.0% of adults in Arbutus completed high school / ged.
20.0% of adults in Arbutus completed some college.
6.0% of adults in Arbutus completed associate's degree.
25.0% of adults in Arbutus completed bachelor's degree.
13.0% of adults in Arbutus completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Arbutus completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Arbutus completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Arbutus | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 25.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 20.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 6.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 25.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 13.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Arbutus, Maryland
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6.6% of households in Arbutus earn Less than $10,000.
1.5% of households in Arbutus earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.9% of households in Arbutus earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.1% of households in Arbutus earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.3% of households in Arbutus earn $35,000 to $49,999.
13.5% of households in Arbutus earn $50,000 to $74,999.
14.0% of households in Arbutus earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.6% of households in Arbutus earn $100,000 to $149,999.
14.2% of households in Arbutus earn $150,000 to $199,999.
15.2% of households in Arbutus earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Arbutus | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.6% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.5% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.9% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.1% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.3% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.5% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.0% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.6% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14.2% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 15.2% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
