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Cost of living in Ballenger Creek summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Ballenger Creek. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in Ballenger Creek is 124 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Ballenger Creek is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Ballenger Creek is $396,343.
The median income in Ballenger Creek is $108,944.
Ballenger Creek's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Ballenger Creek Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Ballenger Creek | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 124 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 109 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 162 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 107 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 109 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 108 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Ballenger Creek, MD Weather
The average high in Ballenger Creek is 65.3° and the average low is 43.6°.
There are 76.2 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 39.9 inches of precipitation each year with 18.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Ballenger Creek |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 43.6 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 76.2 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 39.9 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 18.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Ballenger Creek Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Ballenger Creek
The current population in Ballenger Creek is 26,390. The population has increased 37.9% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26,390 | 2.0% |
| 2023 | 25,866 | 6.3% |
| 2022 | 24,325 | 5.2% |
| 2021 | 23,114 | 7.6% |
| 2020 | 21,484 | 1.9% |
| 2019 | 21,080 | 6.0% |
| 2018 | 19,889 | 2.6% |
| 2017 | 19,394 | 1.7% |
| 2016 | 19,077 | 3.2% |
| 2015 | 18,490 | 0.5% |
| 2014 | 18,400 | -0.2% |
| 2013 | 18,443 | -0.3% |
| 2012 | 18,490 | -1.8% |
| 2011 | 18,838 | -1.6% |
| 2010 | 19,137 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Ballenger Creek
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Ballenger Creek is:
47.4% White with 12,499 White residents.
22.1% African American with 5,826 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 37 American Indian residents.
10.0% Asian with 2,641 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 26 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 178 Other residents.
5.1% Two Or More with 1,338 Two Or More residents.
14.6% Hispanic with 3,845 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Ballenger Creek | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 47.4% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 22.1% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 10.0% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.1% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 14.6% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Ballenger Creek
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Ballenger Creek is 51.9% female with 13,709 female residents.
Ballenger Creek is 48.1% male with 12,681 male residents.
| Gender | Ballenger Creek | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Ballenger Creek for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Ballenger Creek completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Ballenger Creek completed 9-12th grade.
23.0% of adults in Ballenger Creek completed high school / ged.
17.0% of adults in Ballenger Creek completed some college.
9.0% of adults in Ballenger Creek completed associate's degree.
26.0% of adults in Ballenger Creek completed bachelor's degree.
16.0% of adults in Ballenger Creek completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Ballenger Creek completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Ballenger Creek completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Ballenger Creek | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 23.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 16.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Ballenger Creek, Maryland
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3.2% of households in Ballenger Creek earn Less than $10,000.
4.3% of households in Ballenger Creek earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.0% of households in Ballenger Creek earn $15,000 to $24,999.
6.3% of households in Ballenger Creek earn $25,000 to $34,999.
5.4% of households in Ballenger Creek earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.3% of households in Ballenger Creek earn $50,000 to $74,999.
8.0% of households in Ballenger Creek earn $75,000 to $99,999.
22.8% of households in Ballenger Creek earn $100,000 to $149,999.
20.1% of households in Ballenger Creek earn $150,000 to $199,999.
12.6% of households in Ballenger Creek earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Ballenger Creek | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.2% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.3% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.0% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.3% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5.4% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.3% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8.0% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 22.8% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 20.1% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 12.6% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
