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Ocean-City
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
5.5
•
Community
1.3
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Ocean City, Maryland is a popular coastal town located on the eastern seaboard of the United States. It has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot and humid summers, and mild winters. The town experiences moderate rainfall throughout the year.
Situated on a barrier island, Ocean City is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Isle of Wight Bay on the other. The hydrology constituents of this area include saltwater marshes, estuaries, and coastal dunes. These diverse ecosystems support a wide range of marine life, including fish, crabs, and migratory birds.
Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Ocean City. The pristine beaches offer swimming, sunbathing, and beach volleyball. Water sports enthusiasts can indulge in kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy both deep-sea and bay fishing. The town also offers golf courses, amusement parks, and a bustling boardwalk known for its shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 8.3
Ocean-City receives approximately
1133mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Ocean-City has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Area Rivers
Snowpack Depths
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.5
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanside - Assateague National Seashore | 100 | 3 ft | |||
| Cape Henlopen State Park | 155 | 3 ft | |||
| Delaware Seashore State Park | 330 | 3 ft | |||
| Bayside - Assateague National Seashore | 50 | 4 ft | |||
| Assateague State Park | 350 | 1 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 1.3
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.