La Plata, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
10,470 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$121,707 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$405,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$769 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,339 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charles County
4
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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 35
Feb 3 4 38
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 1 48
Dec 3 2 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MD State Senate District 28, MD State Legislative District 28, MD
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Schools

La Plata High School
1 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

College of Southern Maryland
2 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Strayer University-Maryland
20 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
15 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Richmond International Airport
74 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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