Forestville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Forestville is a small city in Maryland with a population of 10,839. Residents earn $80,028 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
10,839 Population 2,758/sq mi density
$80,028 Median Income $40,911 per capita
$324,700 Home Value
$1,694 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$80,028 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$324,700 home value, $1,694/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,028
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $324,700
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,694
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,839
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density2,758/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 3%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,028
Per Capita$40,911
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute36 min

Housing

A
Home Value$324,700
Rent$1,694
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation266 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute36 min
EV Stations1
Libraries19

Is Forestville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forestville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Forestville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forestville is $80,028, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forestville is $324,700, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,694 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Forestville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Forestville has a population of 10,839 with a density of 2,758 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (87.1%), with 2.6% White, 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

10,839
Total Population
2,758
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Forestville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Forestville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forestville is $80,028, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Forestville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,028
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,911
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% 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 Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.6 min
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Forestville is $324,700, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,694 (46% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,700
15% above US avg
Median List Price$285,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$285,000
$/Sq Ft$233
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops31.3%
Inventory32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,694
46% above US avg

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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Forestville, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Forestville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.3%
41% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure40.6%
Asthma12.6%
COPD5.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Forestville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall15.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density2,758/sq mi
Coordinates38.8517°N, 76.8708°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% 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+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,758/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.6 min
Work from Home15.4%

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