Salisbury (zip 21804), Maryland 

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Population

40,698

+30.2% since 2020

Unemployment Rate

8.0%

Cost of Living

81.8 / 100

Median Home Price

$211,200

Median Income

$58,900

Comfort Index (Climate)

7.8 / 6.2

summer / winter

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Best Places to Live in Salisbury (zip 21804), Maryland

Living in Salisbury, MD 21804 is a unique experience. The city has a population of around 33,000 people and is located along the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland. The area has a rich history and culture that can be felt in its many museums, historical sites, and attractions. Residents also enjoy easy access to the beaches of Assateague Island National Seashore and Ocean City for weekend excursions or relaxing days at the shore. With its historic downtown district offering restaurants, cafes, art galleries, shops and markets, Salisbury provides an abundance of activities for those looking to experience something new within their community or just take a stroll to admire the town’s impressive architecture. Overall, living in Salisbury provides residents with a sense of community and tradition that is hard to find elsewhere. Small town - Delmarva Peninsula, 8 miles south of Delaware border.
Zip Codes: Salisbury (zip 21804)
Cost of Living: -18.2% lower
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 33 ft above sea level


Salisbury, Md Housing Market
Least Expensive HomesHomes Over 2,000 Sq. Ft.
Most Expensive HomesHomes less than 10 yrs old
All Single Family Homes
Pros
Moderate climate
Outdoor recreation
Small-town feel
Cons
Isolation
High violent crime rate
Entertainment

What Bert Has To Say About Salisbury Metro Area

Salisbury is a quiet small town along the Wicomico River in an area known as Maryland’s Eastern Shore. It has a history as a port and transportation center serving the agricultural “Delmarva” peninsula, incorporating eastern Maryland, Delaware, and a part of Virginia. The area is pleasant with few extremes, thanks to the nearby waters of the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. Cost of living is reasonable for the region. The area has become a bit of a magnet for small businesses seeking to escape higher-cost east coast cities.


Highlights

ECONOMY
The unemployment rate in Salisbury (zip 21804) is 8.0% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Salisbury (zip 21804) jobs have decreased by 0.8%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING
Compared to the rest of the country, Salisbury (zip 21804)'s cost of living is 18.2% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Salisbury (zip 21804)'s Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE
September, May and June are the most pleasant months in the 21804 zip code, while January and February are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING
In the last Presidential election, Wicomico county remained narrowly Republican, 49.6% to 47.7%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION
Salisbury (zip 21804)'s population is 40,698 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 5.7%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION
Average Commute time is 19.9 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE
The median home cost in Salisbury (zip 21804) is $211,200. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 14.8%.

SCHOOLS
Salisbury (zip 21804) public schools spend $14,140 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 13.3 students per teacher in Salisbury (zip 21804). More Education



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Housing Market in Salisbury

It's a good time to buy in Salisbury. Home Appreciation is up 14.8% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Salisbury is $211,200.
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Reviews for Salisbury   1 Reviews
salisbury md - 4/5/2012
my husband and I just moved here over a week ago and from what i can see so far the people are nice and have been very friendly to us and helpful, whenever we are lost... Read More

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