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Suburb
Washington, D.C.

North Potomac

#2 in Best Places to Live in Maryland
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb in Maryland
  • 76 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      A+
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      B+
    4. Nightlife
      B+
    5. Good for Families
      A+
    6. Diversity
      A
    7. Jobs
      A-
    8. Weather
      B
    9. Cost of Living
      C+
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      B
    North Potomac is a suburb of Washington, D.C. with a population of 24,148. North Potomac is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Maryland. Living in North Potomac offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In North Potomac there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families live in North Potomac and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in North Potomac are highly rated.
    About North Potomac...
    Population
    24,148
    Suburb of
    Washington, D.C.
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    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $663,300
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $2,130
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      17%
    • Own
      83%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284
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    Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      11%
    • 10-17 years
      14%
    • 18-24 years
      7%
    • 25-34 years
      7%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      19%
    • 55-64 years
      15%
    • 65+ years
      14%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      48%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      31%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      12%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      8%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      2%
      13%
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    Working in North Potomac

    Jobs
    A-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $159,232
    National
    $55,322
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    North Potomac Reviews

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    It’s a very welcoming community, everyone is super nice to eachother. There’s exceptional schools in this area such as Quince Orchard HS and Wootton Hs!
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    I love living in North Potomac! I have lived here my entire life. The neighborhood is really nice and the people are friendly. The schools in the area are well-known. Shops, restaurants, gas, and night-life activities are nearby. It is a 45 minute drive to DC and an hour away to Virginia.
    Great People, Great Schools and Great Location. This place is the 'burbs and contains all of the stereotypes that come with nuclear families. However, everyone is very nice and the housing here is very well done. Great homes just a short drive outside of DC!
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