Suitland, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Suitland is a small city in Maryland with a population of 24,667. Residents earn $71,886 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
24,667 Population 5,804/sq mi density
$71,886 Median Income $39,673 per capita
$312,600 Home Value
$1,684 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$71,886 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$312,600 home value, $1,684/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,886
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $312,600
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,684
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24,667
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density5,804/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,886
Per Capita$39,673
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home Value$312,600
Rent$1,684
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation281 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute39 min
EV Stations6
Libraries19

Is Suitland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Suitland receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Suitland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Suitland is $71,886, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. 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 Suitland is $312,600, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,684 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

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Suitland 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.

Suitland has a population of 24,667 with a density of 5,804 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (89.1%), with 2% White, 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

24,667
Total Population
5,804
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Suitland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.2%
24% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Suitland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Suitland is $71,886, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Suitland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,886
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,673
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% 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 Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.3 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Suitland is $312,600, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,684 (45% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$312,600
11% above US avg
Median List Price$340,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$340,000
$/Sq Ft$184
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,684
45% 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-Occupied37.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In Suitland, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.0%
43% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure41.3%
Asthma12.9%
COPD5.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.5%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression15.4%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Suitland 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

Elevation281 ft (86 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density5,804/sq mi
Coordinates38.8486°N, 76.9225°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% 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+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,804/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.3 min
Work from Home14.8%

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