In 2016 the United States Census reported 223,290 housing units, 203,336 households, and an average of 2.66 people per household. The county’s housing stock consists largely of single family units, over 80%, most of which are detached homes. Apartments of 10 or more units make up the next most sizable chunk 12.6%. Affordable housing is a prevalent issue in Anne Arundel County and Annapolis. The median home value in 2016 was $334,100 (Appendix E) and the median price of homes currently listed is $375,000 this compares to $ 286,900 in Maryland. Rentals offer no significant reprieve by comparison, with the median gross rent in Anne Arundel County measured at $1,479 per month in 2016. A worker in Anne Arundel County needs to make 23.69 per hour
