Maryland · Metropolitan Area
Greenbelt is a small city in Maryland with a population of 24,572. Residents earn $86,352 per year, which is 15% above the national average.
Based on current data, Greenbelt receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Greenbelt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Greenbelt is $86,352, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
The median home value in Greenbelt is $258,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,807 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 385 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,303 per 100,000, 69% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 46.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Greenbelt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 67.2% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 32.8% |
| 145% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $86,352 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,736 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,411 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,994 |
| Unemployment | 5.4% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18,770 |
| County GDP | $65,163M |
| Restaurants | 1,546 |
| Healthcare | 2,219 |
| Retail | 2,225 |
| Manufacturing | 255 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,553 |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.15% |
| Commute Time | 33.6 min |
| Work from Home | 14.5% |
| Census Median | $258,600 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $279,611 |
| Median List Price | $374,950 |
| Median List Price | $374,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $231 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.8% |
| Price Drops | 30.6% |
| Inventory | 49 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,807 |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,196 |
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 47.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,553 |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.15% |
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.9% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 16.3% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,436/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,219 |
| Total Violent | 384.7/100K |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Murder | 4.2/100K |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Rape | 41.8/100K |
| Robbery | 230.0/100K |
| Assault | 108.7/100K |
| Total Property | 3,303.0/100K |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 543.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,408.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 351.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 116 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,938/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9947°N, 76.8854°W |
| County FIPS | 24033 |
Winner: Democrat by 75.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 46.1% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.85 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,938/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 11 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 15 |
| Public Libraries | 19 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,219 |
| Restaurants | 1,546 |
| Retail Stores | 2,225 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 116 |
| Avg Commute | 33.6 min |
| Work from Home | 14.5% |