Fairplay, Maryland
Quick Statistics
Fairplay is a community in Washington County, Maryland, home to about 511 people spread across 1.2 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $35,917 a year, and a typical home is worth about $296,800. About 31.5% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 12 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Maryland towns GeoStat tracks, Fairplay ranks number 381 of 527 in population, number 168 in median household income, number 324 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Fairplay typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 23°F. The area sees roughly 23 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Tilghmanton, MD | 0.5 mi. | 282 |
| 2. | Breathedsville, MD | 1.4 mi. | 147 |
| 3. | Bakersville, MD | 1.5 mi. | 0 |
| 4. | St. James, MD | 2.6 mi. | 4,824 |
| 5. | Mercersville, MD | 2.7 mi. | 220 |
| 6. | Downsville, MD | 3.2 mi. | 958 |
| 7. | Keedysville, MD | 4.3 mi. | 1,183 |
| 8. | Boonsboro, MD | 4.7 mi. | 3,809 |
What is the population of Fairplay, Maryland?
Fairplay has a population of about 511 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Fairplay, Maryland in?
Fairplay is located in Washington County, Maryland.
What is the median home value in Fairplay, Maryland?
The median home value in Fairplay is about $296,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Fairplay, Maryland?
The median personal income in Fairplay is about $35,917 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Fairplay, Maryland?
Since 1950, 14 tornadoes have been recorded in Washington County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Fairplay, Maryland?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 23 degrees, with around 23 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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