College Park, Maryland
College Park, Maryland, in Prince Georges county, is 5 miles E of Silver Spring, Maryland (center to center) and 8 miles NE of Washington, District of Columbia. The city is conveniently located inside the Washington metropolitan area. There are an estimated 24,657 people in College Park.
The People and Families of College Park
In College Park, about 21% of adults are married. Though there are lots of families, College Park isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.
Approximately 31% of College Park is non-white. In Maryland, College Park is known for its racial diversity.
Males represent a higher percentage of the population in the city than in most places.
Wealth and Education
In 2000, College Park had a median family income of $62,759. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in College Park.
Political Inclinations
In the 2004 race for President, John Kerry was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($22,837) in College Park. Party contributions tended to flow to the Democratic team.
College Park Housing
Approximately 58% of housing in College Park is owner-occupied. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in the city.
Commuting
In College Park, 63% of commuters drive to work. College Park is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike.
Nearby Cities and Towns
| Location | Pop. | Median Family Income (2000) |
|---|---|---|
| College Park | 24,657 | $62,759 |
| Bladensburg | 7,661 | $41,394 |
| Greenbelt | 21,456 | $55,671 |
| Hyattsville | 14,733 | $51,625 |
| Mount Rainier | 8,498 | $39,060 |
| New Carrollton | 12,589 | $56,696 |
| Takoma Park | 17,299 | $63,434 |
High Points
College Park strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maryland):
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 1% |  |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
Profile of College Park, MD
Comparing College Park to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maryland (State):
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The People
| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
|---|---|---|
| Male Share of the Population | | |
| Racial Diversity | |  |
| Well-Paid Single Men | |  |
| Well-Paid Single Women | |  |
| Senior Citizens | |  |
| Female Share of the Population | | |
| Children Under 5 Years Old | | |
| Age of the Population | | |
Families
| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
|---|---|---|
| Average Household Size | | |
| Portion of People Married | |  |
Wealth
| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
|---|---|---|
| College Educated Adults | | |
| Median Family Income | | |
| People in Middle Class or Better |  | |
| People Above Poverty | | |
Commute & Sprawl
| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
|---|---|---|
| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
| Public Transportation Use | | |
| Working at Home |  |  |
| Short Commute Times | | |
Housing
| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
|---|---|---|
| Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals | | |
| Seasonal and Vacation Housing | | |
| People Living Alone | | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes | | |
| Housing Recently Built | | |
| Affordability of Rents | | |
