District Heights, MD
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In District Heights, Maryland Summary
Life in District Heights research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in District Heights over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in District Heights:
The population in District Heights is 5,927.
The median home value in District Heights is $278,600.
The median income in District Heights is $69,099.
The cost of living in District Heights is 116 which is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median rent in District Heights is $1,340.
The unemployment rate in District Heights is 12.7%.
The poverty rate in District Heights is 14.1%.
Table Of Contents
District Heights SnackAbility
5
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
6/10
Housing
8.5
Affordability
5
Diversity
5
Safety
N/A
Amenities
8.5
Education
8
Commute
3
District Heights, MD Crime Report
62
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
1,030.8
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-55.65%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
District Heights / 100k People |
Maryland / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 62 | 1,030.8 | 2,009.7 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 17 | 282.6 | 399.9 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 9.1 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 7 | 116.4 | 118.5 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 8 | 133.0 | 243.7 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 45 | 748.1 | 1,609.8 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 149.6 | 252.0 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 30 | 498.8 | 1,184.9 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 6 | 99.8 | 172.9 | 282.7 |
District Heights, MD Cost Of Living
116
District Heights's Overall Cost Of Living
District Heights's Overall Cost Of Living
1.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | District Heights | Maryland | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 116 | 120 | 100 | |
| Services | 122 | 109 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 118 | 108 | 100 | |
| Health | 92 | 92 | 100 | |
| Housing | 113 | 156 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 106 | 100 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 113 | 108 | 100 | |
District Heights, MD Photos
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Rankings for District Heights in Maryland
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Population over time in District Heights
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,996 | 0.4% |
| 2020 | 5,975 | -0.2% |
| 2019 | 5,989 | 0.6% |
| 2018 | 5,951 | -1.4% |
| 2017 | 6,036 | 1.0% |
| 2016 | 5,977 | 1.2% |
| 2015 | 5,904 | 0.6% |
| 2014 | 5,870 | 0.2% |
| 2013 | 5,860 | 0.0% |
| 2012 | 5,858 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in District Heights
| Race | District Heights | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 1.5% | 49.4% | 59.4% |
| African American | 94.7% | 29.4% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.1% | 6.4% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 1.9% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 1.8% | 10.6% | 18.4% |
Gender in District Heights
| Gender | District Heights | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58.8% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 41.2% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in District Heights for adults over 25
| Education | District Heights | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 29.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 26.0% | 18.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 5.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 14.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For District Heights, Maryland
| Income | District Heights | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.2% | 4.5% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.0% | 2.6% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 13.0% | 5.2% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 18.0% | 5.7% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 8.3% | 8.9% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6.1% | 14.7% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.5% | 12.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.0% | 19.4% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.4% | 11.5% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.5% | 15.0% | 9.5% |
