Capitol Heights, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Prince George's County County
Capitol Heights, MD
At a Glance
How Capitol Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Capitol Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Capitol Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Capitol Heights residents earn a median household income of $91,938 , which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,694. The unemployment rate stands at 9.2% (156% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 18,770 business establishments, including 1,546 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Capitol Heights is $294,700 , 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $324,775. Median rent is $1,379/month, with 23.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Capitol Heights reports 841 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 121% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,292/100K.
Education
19.7% of adults in Capitol Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 76.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Capitol Heights has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.