District 3
RANK #664 / 996 NAT · #6 / 18 MD · POP 93,244
1YR FORECAST: +0.5%
5YR OUTLOOK: +20%
Calvert Cliffs State Park, known for its fossil-rich cliffs and opportunities to find ancient shark teeth, offers a distinctive natural landmark in Calvert County. Located on a peninsula in Southern Maryland, Calvert County is bordered by the Chesapeake Bay to the east and the Patuxent River to the west. Prince Frederick serves as the county seat, and the county is approximately 30 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., and 55 miles south of Baltimore. Commuter bus services connect residents to Washington, D.C., and the Metro system. The community maintains a rural feel with numerous parks and natural areas, including Flag Ponds Nature Park and Kings Landing Park, providing opportunities for hiking, fishing, and water access.
Calvert County offers a quality of life that attracts families, with public schools receiving high ratings. The county has a low crime rate, contributing to a sense of safety. While many residents commute to nearby cities, the local economy is seeing development in sectors such as healthcare, energy, and professional services. There is also ongoing investment in infrastructure and community spaces, including revitalization efforts in Prince Frederick. These developments aim to balance economic growth with the preservation of the county's natural character.
Overvalued relative to economy
Below national median
Above national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks overvalued at 8.1x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
Source: EPA Air Quality System (2021–2023). Grade based on 3-year average median AQI. Learn about AQI →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Calvert County Capital Improvements Plan (FY2027-2032)
Calvert County Government
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$569M | Planned |
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) Data Center Campus
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
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$500M | Proposed |
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Sollers 230kV Battery Storage Project
Undisclosed
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$180M | Planned |
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Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant Upgrades and Potential Expansion
Constellation
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$100M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
At 33/100, Calvert County faces headwinds that place it in the lower third of the 996 counties we track. Median income of $128,078 combined with job growth of +2.8% suggests the local economy is struggling to keep pace with national trends.
Housing in Calvert County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $418,900 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.31, with rents averaging $1,589/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Calvert County is growing on multiple fronts. Population is up +0.8% year-over-year while employers added jobs at a +2.8% clip. Home values shifted +1.6% in the past year.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 3.34% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Calvert County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.