Garrett Park, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Garrett Park is a small town in Maryland with a population of 872. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
872 Population 3,488/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $108,459 per capita
$994,200 Home Value $1,040,488 Zillow
$2,750 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$994,200 home value, $2,750/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
88.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $994,200
253% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 88.1%
161% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,750
136% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.9%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population872
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density3,488/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$108,459
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$117,390M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$994,200
Rent$2,750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,040,488

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation318 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+88.1%
High School+99.7%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 75%
Commute32 min
Libraries22

Is Garrett Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garrett Park receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Garrett Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garrett Park is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Garrett Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garrett Park is $994,200, making it a premium housing market at 253% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,750 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Garrett Park is a highly educated community — 88.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Garrett Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Garrett Park has a population of 872 with a density of 3,488 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

872
Total Population
3,488
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Garrett Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Garrett Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garrett Park is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Garrett Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$108,459
Avg Weekly Wage$1,817
IRS Avg AGI$132,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)35,443
County GDP$117,390M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,941
Healthcare3,931
Retail2,357
Manufacturing336

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,769
122% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home55.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Garrett Park is $994,200, 253% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,750 (136% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,040,488.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$994,200
253% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,040,488
Median List Price$1,100,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,100,000
$/Sq Ft$373
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,750
136% 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-Occupied95.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,769
122% above US avg
Effective Rate0.78%
In Garrett Park, 21.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 11.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Garrett Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.9%
32% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure23.8%
Asthma8.9%
COPD2.8%
Stroke1.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity11.1%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress11.4%
Physical Distress7.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death4,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access99.9%
Healthcare Facilities3,931

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Garrett Park has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density3,488/sq mi
Coordinates39.0361°N, 77.0935°W
County FIPS24031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 88.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (161% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 53.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21.9%
D 75.2%

Winner: Democrat by 53.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+88.1%
161% above US avg
High School+99.7%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,488/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities3,931
Restaurants1,941
Retail Stores2,357

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Work from Home55.6%

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