New Carrollton, Maryland
New Carrollton, Maryland, in Prince Georges county, is 6 miles W of Bowie, Maryland (center to center) and 8 miles NE of Washington, District of Columbia. The city is considered part of the Washington metropolitan area. New Carrollton has a population of 12,589.
The People and Families of New Carrollton
In New Carrollton, about 41% of adults are married. New Carrollton is known for its large population of single adults.
Approximately 78% of New Carrollton is non-white. The city boasts a diverse population for Maryland, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.
Wealth and Education
In 2000, New Carrollton had a median family income of $56,696.
Political Inclinations
Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.
New Carrollton Housing
About 55% of housing units in New Carrollton are owner-occupied. Many residents rent one-bedroom or studio apartments. People in New Carrollton pay more in property taxes per residence than in most communities in the state.
Commuting
In New Carrollton, 77% of commuters drive to work. Residents of the city, taking advantage of public transportation, try to avoid being as dependent on their cars as people in some other places.
Nearby Cities and Towns
| Location | Pop. | Median Family Income (2000) |
|---|---|---|
| New Carrollton | 12,589 | $56,696 |
| Bladensburg | 7,661 | $41,394 |
| Cheverly | 6,433 | $67,540 |
| Greenbelt | 21,456 | $55,671 |
| Hyattsville | 14,733 | $51,625 |
| Mount Rainier | 8,498 | $39,060 |
| Seat Pleasant | 4,885 | $45,332 |
High Points
New Carrollton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maryland):
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 2% |  |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
Profile of New Carrollton, MD
Comparing New Carrollton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maryland (State):
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The People
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Families
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Wealth
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Commute & Sprawl
| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
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| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
| Working at Home | | |
| Short Commute Times | | |
Housing
| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
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| Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals | | |
| Housing Recently Built | | |
| People Living Alone | | |
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| Affordability of Rents | | |
| Seasonal and Vacation Housing | | |
