District Heights, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

District Heights is a small city in Maryland with a population of 5,888. Residents earn $81,750 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,888 Population 6,768/sq mi density
$81,750 Median Income $34,412 per capita
$320,500 Home Value $338,827 Zillow
$1,377 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
363 Violent Crime/100K 1,768 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$81,750 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$320,500 home value, $1,377/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
363 violent crimes/100K (4% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,750
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $320,500
14% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 363/100K
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,377
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.9%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

How District Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,888
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density6,768/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,750
Per Capita$34,412
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home Value$320,500
Rent$1,377
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$338,827

Crime

F
Violent363/100K
Property1,768/100K
Murder16.5/100K
Assault215/100K
Burglary363/100K

Health

Obesity46.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation266 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute39 min
EV Stations2
Libraries19

Is District Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, District Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. District Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in District Heights is $81,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in District Heights is $320,500, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,377 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in District Heights is below the national average at 363 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,768 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

District Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

District Heights has a population of 5,888 with a density of 6,768 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (87.9%), with 3.9% White.

Population

5,888
Total Population
6,768
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

District Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

District Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in District Heights is $81,750, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: District Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,750
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,412
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,770
County GDP$65,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,546
Healthcare2,219
Retail2,225
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.6 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in District Heights is $320,500, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,377 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,827.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,500
14% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$338,827
Median List Price$322,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$322,450
$/Sq Ft$310
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,377
18% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,590

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In District Heights, 46.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: District Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.9%
46% above US avg
Diabetes15.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma13.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression15.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219
District Heights has a violent crime rate of 363 per 100,000 residents, 4% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,768 per 100,000 (10% below US avg). The murder rate is 16.5 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: District Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent363.5/100K
4% below US avg
Murder16.5/100K
162% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery132.2/100K
Assault214.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,767.7/100K
10% below US avg
Burglary363.5/100K
Theft1,057.3/100K
Vehicle Theft346.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
District Heights has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density6,768/sq mi
Coordinates38.8589°N, 76.8884°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 75.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 11.2%
D 86.4%

Winner: Democrat by 75.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.85
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,768/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.6 min
Work from Home1.8%

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