Silver Spring, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
82,129 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
59.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,880 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$619,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$857 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,803 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
2
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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 33
Feb 3 4 36
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 3 0 54
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 3 2 37

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 71% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.

Liberal (72%) (24%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 17%
Hillary Clinton 78%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MD State Senate District 20, MD State Legislative District 20, MD
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Schools

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Colleges

Montgomery Beauty School
1 miles, SE • 1 star
Washington Adventist University
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
University of Maryland-College Park
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

Holy Cross Hospital
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Suburban Hospital
5 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

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