Salisbury

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Salisbury, MD

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One of the state’s largest cities is home to abundant amenities

Suburban Park-Like University Family-Friendly Diverse

Salisbury, Maryland combines small-city living with convenient amenities at the head of the Wicomico River. As the commercial center of the Delmarva Peninsula, this historic city of over 33,000 residents offers diverse housing options. Average rents range from $1,274 for one-bedroom units to $1,810 for three-bedroom homes, with modest year-over-year increases between 1-4%. The downtown area features a mix of apartments and historic properties, while areas near Salisbury University provide additional housing choices.

The city's outdoor spaces include the Salisbury City Park and Zoo, and the Naylor Mill Forest Trail, which spans over 92 acres as Maryland's largest municipal conservation easement. Salisbury University enhances the area's educational opportunities, while the Port of Salisbury Marina connects residents to waterfront activities. Local landmarks include the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art and the Poplar Hill Mansion. Community events bring energy to the city throughout the year, including the Maryland Folk Festival and the Sea Gull Century bike ride. As Maryland's second-largest port, Salisbury's economy is anchored by major employers like Perdue Farms and TidalHealth Peninsula Regional (formerly Peninsula Regional Medical Center), along with healthcare and educational institutions.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Salisbury, MD is $1,314 for a studio, $1,278 for one bedroom, $1,559 for two bedrooms, and $1,835 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Salisbury has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,278/month
798 Sq Ft
House
$1,889/month
838 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,721/month
849 Sq Ft
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Transportation

50

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

14

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

43

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

North Salisbury Elementary

Public

Grades 3-5

505 Students

Pinehurst Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

486 Students

Prince Street School

Public

Grades PK-5

854 Students

East Salisbury Elementary

Public

Grades 3-5

421 Students

Glen Avenue School

Public

Grades 2-5

379 Students

Salisbury Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

873 Students

Wicomico Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

819 Students

Parkside High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,160 Students

James M. Bennett High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,343 Students

Wicomico High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,325 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Salisbury Zoological Park
  • Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art
  • Salisbury University Arboretum

Airports

  • Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.