Apartments for rent in South Laurel, MD

A town located in Maryland, South Laurel has slightly less than 27,000 residents. It's a nice place to raise a family, as children under 5 make up a larger portion of the population here (9%) than nationally (6%), while young adults are less well-represented. With an average age of just over 35, the city's residents are notably younger than most cities in Maryland. Homeowners tend to be in the minority in the city, and 60% of residents are renters. The average rent of $1,415 per month is slightly above the state average.

South Laurel has an average commute time of about 38 minutes. Many residents (46%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transportation is used by just 4% of the population. Walking isn't a common method of commuting to work.

There are four primary industries in South Laurel: healthcare, public administration, education, and retail. Together, these industries make up 27% of the workforce in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's workers are in sales, as 8% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. With an average annual income of just over $86,000, South Laurel workers take home a bit less than the average Maryland resident. However, South Laurel compares more favorably to the national average ($73,345). South Laurel has a high number of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 9% possess a Master's or a Doctoral degree. Additionally, 17% have earned a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.