Hyattsville, MD

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
20,861 Population 7,698/sq mi density
$94,231 Median Income $45,879 per capita
$463,500 Home Value $402,371 Zillow
$1,831 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
507 Violent Crime/100K 6,460 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$94,231 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$463,500 home value, $1,831/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
507 violent crimes/100K (33% above avg)
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,231
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $463,500
64% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 507/100K
33% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.6%
44% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,831
57% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20,861
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density7,698/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 28%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,231
Per Capita$45,879
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute35 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$463,500
Rent$1,831
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$402,371

Crime

F
Violent507/100K
Property6,460/100K
Murder11.0/100K
Assault127/100K
Burglary677/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation138 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.6%
High School+78.4%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute35 min
EV Stations16
Libraries19

Is Hyattsville a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Hyattsville has a population of 20,861 with a density of 7,698 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (28%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 25.2% Black.

Population

20,861
Total Population
7,698
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hyattsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.3%
31% below US avg
Spanish45.7%
241% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hyattsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hyattsville is $94,231, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Hyattsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,231
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,879
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% 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 Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hyattsville is $463,500, 64% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,831 (57% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $402,371.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$463,500
64% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$402,371
Median List Price$486,205

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$486,205
$/Sq Ft$281
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops10.9%
Inventory55

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,831
57% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,055

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-Occupied48.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Hyattsville, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression16.1%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Hyattsville has a violent crime rate of 507 per 100,000 residents, 33% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,460 per 100,000 (230% above US avg). The murder rate is 11.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent506.6/100K
33% above US avg
Murder11.0/100K
75% above US avg
Rape44.1/100K
Robbery324.9/100K
Assault126.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,459.6/100K
230% above US avg
Burglary677.4/100K
Theft5,435.3/100K
Vehicle Theft346.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hyattsville 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

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density7,698/sq mi
Coordinates38.9612°N, 76.9549°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above 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+48.6%
44% above US avg
High School+78.4%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,698/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations16
Alt Fuel Stations19
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 Commute35.0 min
Work from Home22.0%

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