Braddock Heights, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,606 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$114,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$532,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$741 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$576 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Frederick County
3
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Maryland
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Frederick County
2
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 32
Feb 3 7 34
Mar 4 3 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 1 45
Dec 3 3 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MD State Senate District 4, MD State Legislative District 4, MD
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Schools

Frederick Christian Academy
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
New Life Christian School
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Rock Creek School
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Hood College
4 miles, E • 2.8 star
Frederick Community College
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Frederick Health Hospital
4 miles, E • 2.3 star
Meritus Medical Center
18 miles, N • 3.2 star
Holy Cross Germantown Hospital
21 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

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