2018 Most Diverse Places to Live in the Washington, D.C. AreaAbout this List

Montgomery Village

• Suburb in Maryland
• 85

Current Resident: Very beautiful with lots of nice trees an flowers. Very nice people my neighbors are so nice and respectful, my neighborhood is very kept up wish I love. I feel very secure in Montgomery village, my wife always leaves her car door unlocked and nothing has ever happened. Im so happy we just bought our town house here a couple years ago best decision ever!
Read 85 Reviews

• A

• B+

• A+

• 33,565 Population

Germantown

• Suburb in Maryland
• 221

Current Resident: I have lived in Germantown the past 11 years of my life. I have grown up here and gone to RCMS and SVHS before I got into college. I love Germantown. My favorite thing about Germantown is the diversity, there are so many people from different backgrounds who live here. I get to talk to my neighbors who have moved here from another country and I have the opportunity to ask them about their culture, I find it fascinating. I honestly could not see myself living anywhere else!
Read 221 Reviews

• A+

• A

• A+

• 91,447 Population

Aspen Hill

• Suburb in Maryland
• 72

Current Resident: We love it here! I have raised my family here and feel blessed to have had the experience. It is a lovely area and a wonderful neighborhood.
Read 72 Reviews

• A-

• A

• A+

• 52,386 Population

Glenmont

• Suburb in Maryland
• 20

Current Resident: Glenmont is a quiet yet thriving suburb. We have great shopping centers with good grocery stores and retail. There's a costco and mall with a theater right up the street. My favorite however is the quick metro access and forested pathways to walk/ run on.
Read 20 Reviews

• A-

• B

• A+

• 16,917 Population

Annandale

• Suburb in Virginia
• 81

Current Resident: I’ve lived in Annandale for about 10 years now. In my opinion, I think Annandale is a family- friendly city to live in. There’s so many great schools around this area. For example, the new elementary school that opened up not too long ago, Mason Crest. The school has an amazing facilities for the students to use. The local stores around Annandale isn’t that great. Most of the stores would open up, but close not too long after. There’s very little crime that happens in Annandale, which is great. There would be events where people in Annandale would come together. Like the Halloween parade. The Halloween parade is one our biggest events that consists of many different groups that performs and walk along the parade. Annandale is a great city for those who wants to start a family in.
Read 81 Reviews

• A-

• B+

• A+

• 44,504 Population

Gaithersburg

• Town in Maryland
• 170

Current Resident: We've lived in Gaithersburg since late 2015 and have really loved it. We've lived in the DC area for close to 15 years and can't think of a better place to raise our daughter. Our neighborhood is clean, safe, and close to a lot of amenities.

There are only two downsides:

One is that the schools, while academically strong, are overcrowded. We're hoping that will change for the better by the time our daughter starts school because we want to stay here!

The other is that it's somewhat far from DC itself, especially if there's traffic, which makes going to museums and whatnot difficult sometimes. But if you explore what Montgomery County has to offer, you'll be pleasantly surprised at all there is to do out here!
Read 170 Reviews

• A+

• A

• A+

• 67,417 Population

Hybla Valley

• Suburb in Virginia
• 19

Current Resident: I love Hybla Valley, it's a very good place for a family with kids! The neighbors are kind and very educated. Love HM Elementary School.
Read 19 Reviews

• B

• B+

• A+

• 16,768 Population

Silver Spring

• Town in Maryland
• 324

Current Resident: Downtown Silver Spring is a melting pot of many great cultures which is reflected by the diverse array of dining choices and coffee houses! The artistic scene is unparalleled, with the Filmore hosting many big names and the independent AFI movie theater and local performance theaters. I cannot imagine living anywhere else!
Read 324 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• A+

• 79,483 Population

Potomac Mills

• Suburb in Virginia
• 9

Niche User: I like where I live it has many things to do and its pretty great theres something for everyone. Also there are many jobs.
Read 9 Reviews

• A-

• B

• A+

• 6,095 Population

Springfield

• Suburb in Virginia
• 99

Current Resident: Living in Springfield, you are able to experience the beauty of two worlds within a 35 minutes drive: the sophisticated and busy historical streets of DC and the serene hiking site of Shenandoah. This opportunity has opened my eyes to see richness in everyone's culture, values, and lifestyle. The nightlife is exciting. Since Springfield is within the Metropolitan area, depending on your personality, you can bar hop or replace those tequila shots with the sweetness of the Korean bubble tea and bakery down the street! Furthermore, Springfield is in Fairfax County, which is known for having the best public schools! I, myself, have experienced the quality of education offered at both Lee High School and George Mason University. The professors are knowledgable while students are friendly and always thriving to learn. Overall, this community has inspired me to be myself and chase opportunities relentlessly.
Read 99 Reviews

• A-

• B+

• A+

• 30,556 Population

Dale City

• Suburb in Virginia
• 177

Current Resident: Suburb is one word to describe Dale City, but hundreds of words can describe this place. The Prince William County Schools found near Dale City offer exceptional education from my experience as a student through elementary, middle, and high school. It is also very safe. The police are often available and there seems to be mutual respect between the people and the authorities. Additionally, volunteer fire stations can be encountered within minutes of entering Dale City. In terms of recreation, Dale City has many things to do: fitness centers, bowling, skating, martial arts, libraries, park, and decent restaurants just to name a few. Don't worry, traffic is reasonable. One of my favorite things here is the weekly Farmer's Market that forms every Sunday in the commuter lot off of Dale Blvd. If you enjoy a quiet and calm setting, Dale City is the place for you.
Read 177 Reviews

• B+

• B

• A+

• 73,279 Population

Wheaton

• Suburb in Maryland
• 50

Current Resident: Great town, very diverse, lots to do and see! Especially great that the Wheaton shopping center has everything you could need at your fingertips! Great shopping like Target, JcPenney, and Macy's. Lots of local food and international food and restaurants. Only downside is all of the construction along Georgia Ave.
Read 50 Reviews

• B+

• B+

• A+

• 50,095 Population

Lorton

• Suburb in Virginia
• 44

Current Resident: Lorton is a hidden treasure of the DC Metro Area. Settled off of I-95, Lorton is also accessible from the Fairfax County Parkway, Route 123, and Route 1. There are four schools within Lorton's boundaries and lots of lovely neighborhoods. I've lived in Lorton for all my life and can't complain about much. Yes, we are lacking in a Chick-fil-a, but we have a Chipotle and Dunkin Donuts here! To some, it may be boring to say that there isn't a lot going on in Lorton, but it's nice to come home to a quiet town. There isn't a better town in Virginia than Lorton.
Read 44 Reviews

• A

• A

• A+

• 20,268 Population

Lincolnia

• Suburb in Virginia
• 57

Niche User: This area is very metropolitan and the police/other law enforcement are very good at responding to issues all around the area. You can always spot them out and about in the city doing various things. You always feel safe because they are very responsive and never too far away. I do not have any concerns other than the average concerns, but I have never felt afraid or been caught in a sticky situation before.
Read 57 Reviews

• A

• B+

• A+

• 24,344 Population

Triangle

• Suburb in Virginia
• 22

Current Resident: Nice quiet place, no noise, no crime, just schools and neighborhoods. Awesome here. There is a workout playground and a running track behing the school, go check it out.
Read 22 Reviews

• B

• B-

• A+

• 8,972 Population

Groveton

• Suburb in Virginia
• 6

Current Resident: Groveton is a fairly tight-knit area between the 495 corridor and Ft Belvoir VA. There is a strange blend, with pockets of mini mansions next to trailer parks; however, in the 30-odd years I've lived here, on and off, I've not experienced any issues with crime. Close enough to DC/PG County to day-trip to the city or countryside.
Read 6 Reviews

• A-

• B

• A+

• 16,704 Population

Redland

• Suburb in Maryland
• 42

Niche User: There is next to zero crime in the area. The homeowners look out for each other and report all suspicious activity.
Read 42 Reviews

• A

• A

• A+

• 17,317 Population

Calverton

• Suburb in Maryland
• 28

Nearby Resident: Calverton is a great place to live. It's a quiet neighborhood but you still can see kids playing around, which is good. There are not a lot of problems, meaning that police come often to houses.
Read 28 Reviews

• A

• B

• A+

• 18,145 Population

Seven Corners

• Suburb in Virginia
• 6

• A-

• B-

• A+

• 8,498 Population

Hyattsville

• Suburb in Maryland
• 104

Current Resident: Hyattsville is a diverse community with a lot of job opportunities for all people who want to work hard and do what's right for their families. It is one of the best suburban blue-collar neighborhoods in Prince Georges County; Where it is listed as the most affluent black communities in America. In addition to that, it also is home to the University of Maryland, which is one of the top-ranked colleges in America. I have been living here for 22 years, and I know that it is one of the best suburban communities that one would dream ever to live.
Read 104 Reviews

• B

• C-

• A+

• 18,225 Population

Beltsville

• Suburb in Maryland
• 59

Current Resident: Nice place to raise kids. Quiet and lots of families around. Diverse and welcoming to all. There's lots of conveniently close places to shop and get things that you need and services that you need. Also, not far from the DC area. It also has a farmer's market nearby for local organic produce. There's a community pool that offers lessons to students in the community: swimming, ice skating, etc. There's lots of restaurants around and it's also close to open country and parks. There are small neighborhood parks and large scenic parks nearby as well.
Read 59 Reviews

• B

• C-

• A+

• 17,890 Population

Woodlawn

• Suburb in Virginia
• 6

Niche User: Its a safe neighborhood and community with proactive homeowners
Read 6 Reviews

• B

• B-

• A+

• 20,811 Population

Sudley

• Suburb in Virginia
• 21

Niche User: There isn't very much violence around this area and it's pretty quiet most of the time. The police usually cruise about often too so even if there is an emergency we could find an officer fairly quickly.
Read 21 Reviews

• B

• B

• A+

• 17,849 Population

Dumfries

• Suburb in Virginia
• 47

Current Resident: I currently live in Dumfries, VA. It is a very nice area for college students who commute and/or families. It is close to the highway so traffic backs up tremendously, which is a big problem in this area. But besides that, the mall is nearby, the public schools are great, commutable colleges in the area are good, and it (and the whole DMV in general) is an up and coming area, with endless possibilities in the future. I love living here and I know Dumfries will start to populate quickly!
Read 47 Reviews

• B+

• B

• A+

• 5,216 Population

Takoma Park

• Suburb in Maryland
• 57

Current Resident: Overall Takoma Park is a beautiful, comfortable place to live. There are many trees and greenery, with trails and parks, making it a satisfying place for nature lovers. There are good restaurants, a variety of grocery stores, and other quaint shops. With quick access to DC, Silver Spring, and 495, Takoma Park connects easily with other parts of the DMV. I would like to see greater integration and diversity. While Takoma Park does have racial and socio-economic diversity, often people with different backgrounds do not integrate with each other in public spaces. What can TP do to change this?
Read 57 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• A+

• 17,643 Population