Langley Park, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Langley Park is a small city in Maryland with a population of 22,057. Residents earn $82,038 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
22,057 Population 22,280/sq mi density
$82,038 Median Income $22,125 per capita
$348,700 Home Value $374,006 Zillow
$1,675 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$82,038 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$348,700 home value, $1,675/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,038
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,700
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,675
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.9%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population22,057
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density22,280/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 5%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,038
Per Capita$22,125
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty21.9%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home Value$348,700
Rent$1,675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$374,006

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.3%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation148 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+40.3%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute39 min
Libraries19

Is Langley Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Langley Park receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Langley Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Langley Park is $82,038, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Langley Park is $348,700, 24% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,675 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Langley Park 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.

Langley Park has a population of 22,057 with a density of 22,280 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (12.9%), with 5.1% White.

Population

22,057
Total Population
22,280
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Langley Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only12.4%
84% below US avg
Spanish87.6%
554% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Langley Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Langley Park is $82,038, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Langley Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,038
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,125
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.9%
77% 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 Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.4 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Langley Park is $348,700, 24% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,675 (44% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $374,006.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,700
24% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$374,006
Median List Price$192,499

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$192,499
$/Sq Ft$372
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,675
44% 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-Occupied22.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Langley Park, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% report depression. 45.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.1%
44% above US avg
Diabetes19.7%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity45.7%
Depression16.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress20.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate53.1%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Langley Park 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

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density22,280/sq mi
Coordinates38.9895°N, 76.9807°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% 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+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+40.3%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density22,280/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.4 min
Work from Home2.8%

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