Washington Grove, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Washington Grove is a small town in Maryland with a population of 590. Residents earn $160,417 per year, which is 113% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
590 Population 1,735/sq mi density
$160,417 Median Income $85,758 per capita
$594,200 Home Value $612,376 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$160,417 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$594,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $160,417
113% higher than US avg
Home Value $594,200
111% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.1%
108% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.7%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population590
Median Age58.9 yrs
Density1,735/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$160,417
Per Capita$85,758
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$117,390M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$594,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$612,376
Housing Units309

Health

Obesity24.7%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking7.3%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation524 ft (160 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.1%
High School+99.4%
Graduate+33.1%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 75%
Commute26 min
Broadband98.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Washington Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Washington Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washington Grove is $160,417, which is significantly higher than the national average — 113% above $75,149. This places Washington Grove among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washington Grove is $594,200, making it a premium housing market at 111% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Washington Grove is a highly educated community — 70.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Washington Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Washington Grove has a population of 590 with a density of 1,735 people per square mile. The median age is 58.9 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 11.9% Black.

Population

590
Total Population
1,735
People / sq mi
58.9yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.6%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.4%
0% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washington Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington Grove is $160,417, which is 113% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Washington Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$160,417
113% above US avg
Per Capita Income$85,758
Avg Weekly Wage$1,817
IRS Avg AGI$132,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)35,443
County GDP$117,390M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,941
Healthcare3,931
Retail2,357
Manufacturing336

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,769
122% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone51.2%
Public Transit17.3%
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington Grove is $594,200, 111% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $612,376.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$594,200
111% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$612,376

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied95.5%
Housing Units309
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,769
122% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Washington Grove, 24.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 7.3% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Washington Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.7%
23% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.3%
48% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity15.2%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits72.8%
Premature Death4,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access99.9%
Healthcare Facilities3,931
Washington Grove has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation524 ft (160 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,735/sq mi
Coordinates39.1407°N, 77.1745°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 70.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (108% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 53.3-point margin. 98.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21.9%
D 75.2%

Winner: Democrat by 53.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+70.1%
108% above US avg
High School+99.4%
Graduate Degree+33.1%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,735/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities3,931
Restaurants1,941
Retail Stores2,357

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone51.2%
Public Transit17.3%
Work from Home23.7%

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