Funkstown, Maryland, is a census-designated place in Washington County. It has an estimated population of just under 1,500 people and is considered one of the best places to live in the county. According to Bestplaces.net, Funkstown is ranked well across many categories that contribute to a healthy and thriving community. These include the Cost of Living Index, which gave it a score of 89 out of 100; Crime rate rated at 5 out of 10; Median household income rated at $52k; and Housing affordability index rated at 106 out of 150. The overall ranking for Funkstown was 7 out of 10 making it an ideal place for anyone looking for a safe environment with good quality housing options at an affordable cost.
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