College Park, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
34,397 332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
40.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
49.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,867 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
69.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
41.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$429,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$757 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,673 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Prince George's 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

Prince George's County
3
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 34
Feb 3 4 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 3 2 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 79% of residents leaning left and 17% leaning right.

Liberal (80%) (17%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 11%
Hillary Clinton 84%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MD State Senate District 21, MD State Legislative District 21, MD
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Schools

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Colleges

University of Maryland-College Park
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Washington Adventist University
4 miles, W • 2.3 star
Montgomery Beauty School
4 miles, NW • 1 star
Hair Academy Inc-New Carrollton
4 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Doctors' Community Hospital
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Umd Prince George's Hospital Ctr
5 miles, S • 1.4 star
Holy Cross Hospital
6 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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