Maryland · Metropolitan Area
Hyattsville is a small city in Maryland with a population of 20,861. Residents earn $94,231 per year, which is 25% above the national average.
Based on current data, Hyattsville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs, high obesity rates. Hyattsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Hyattsville is $94,231, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
The median home value in Hyattsville is $463,500, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,831 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 507 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,460 per 100,000, 230% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 48.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Hyattsville 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.
| English Only | 54.3% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 45.7% |
| 241% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $94,231 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,879 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,411 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,994 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% |
| 41% below 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 | 1.20% |
| Commute Time | 35.0 min |
| Work from Home | 22.0% |
| Census Median | $463,500 |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $402,371 |
| Median List Price | $486,205 |
| Median List Price | $486,205 |
| $/Sq Ft | $281 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 10.9% |
| Inventory | 55 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,831 |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,055 |
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,553 |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.20% |
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 16.1% |
| Mental Distress | 14.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,436/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,219 |
| Total Violent | 506.6/100K |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Murder | 11.0/100K |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Rape | 44.1/100K |
| Robbery | 324.9/100K |
| Assault | 126.7/100K |
| Total Property | 6,459.6/100K |
| 230% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 677.4/100K |
| Theft | 5,435.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 346.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 116 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 9.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,698/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9612°N, 76.9549°W |
| County FIPS | 24033 |
Winner: Democrat by 75.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 48.6% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.85 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,698/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 16 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 19 |
| Public Libraries | 19 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,219 |
| Restaurants | 1,546 |
| Retail Stores | 2,225 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 116 |
| Avg Commute | 35.0 min |
| Work from Home | 22.0% |