Landover, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Landover is a small city in Maryland with a population of 24,558. Residents earn $68,679 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
24,558 Population 6,140/sq mi density
$68,679 Median Income $36,037 per capita
$301,400 Home Value
$1,659 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$68,679 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$301,400 home value, $1,659/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,679
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $301,400
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,659
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population24,558
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density6,140/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,679
Per Capita$36,037
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$301,400
Rent$1,659
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation56 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+80.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute34 min
EV Stations7
Libraries19

Is Landover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Landover receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Landover offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Landover is $68,679, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Landover is $301,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,659 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Landover 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.

Landover has a population of 24,558 with a density of 6,140 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (67.5%), with 3.5% White.

Population

24,558
Total Population
6,140
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Landover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.2%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.8%
167% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Landover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Landover is $68,679, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Landover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,679
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above 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 Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Landover is $301,400, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,659 (43% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,400
7% above US avg
Median List Price$175,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$175,000
$/Sq Ft$219
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops13.6%
Inventory88

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,659
43% 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-Occupied44.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Landover, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.3%
41% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma12.2%
COPD6.3%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression15.4%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Landover 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

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density6,140/sq mi
Coordinates38.9244°N, 76.8876°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% 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+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+80.1%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,140/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Work from Home8.4%

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