2022 Most diverse places to live in the Washington, D.C. Area

• Town in Maryland

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  Rating 4.1 out of 5  241 reviews

Current Resident: I like that Gaithersburg, is a family orientated area! It has many shopping malls and grocery stores that are convenient and accessible. Gaithersburg has many different restaurants, parks and community centers. It's communities are generally safe and I have lived in different areas of Gaithersburg for the past 7 years. They have many great schools in Gaithersburg. The only thing I do not like is that when there was a safety issue a few years ago, it seem as it took the police forever to catch the guy and I do not like that it takes the police so long to arrive on the scene. Lastly, The community could have more job opportunities available.... Read 241 reviews

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• Population 67,878

• Suburb in Maryland

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  289 reviews

Current Resident: Very clean, nice neighbors, and pretty much the perfect picturesque suburb to raise a family. Good schools, walking trails, diverse population, it's no surprise it's one of the best areas to have kids and send them to school. The one issue is that it's very, VERY, expensive to live in this area, and while you can find places that cost less, it's very uncommon and the openings go fast. Compound that with the current inflation and state of the housing market, and say goodbye to any hopes of getting a bigger house for a rapidly expanding family. Good if you're a doctor or lawyer, not so much if you're a small business owner.... Read 289 reviews

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• Population 89,529

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  21 reviews

Current Resident: The neighborhood is safe, and family friendly. I'm able to walk my dog at night safely. The area is very culturally diverse and the neighbors are very friendly. I am also within walking distance to stores such as Shoppers and DSW. Also, we are a few minutes away from Old Town, takes around 15 minutes depending on traffic.... Read 21 reviews

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• Population 18,438

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  60 reviews

Current Resident: The area is at a very convenient location. It provides easy access to DC, Old Town, Tysons Corner, and the 395/495/95 highways. The neighborhood is very cultured and has a lot of ethnic shops and markets.... Read 60 reviews

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• Population 22,579

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  29 reviews

Current Resident: Triangle is a nice little town next the Marine Corps base. Triangle is a nice little town next the Marine Corps base. Triangle is a nice little town next the Marine Corps base. Triangle is a nice little town next the Marine Corps base. Triangle is a nice little town next the Marine Corps base. Triangle is a nice little town next the Marine Corps base. Triangle is a nice little town next the Marine Corps base. Triangle is a nice little town next the Marine Corps base.... Read 29 reviews

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• Population 10,526

• Suburb in Maryland

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  76 reviews

Current Resident: I moved to the Aspen Hill area almost a year ago and have enjoyed the area. Everything is conveniently close including grocery stores, gas station, metro station, and multiple restaurants. My neighborhood is quiet and I feel safe there. One thing that I would like to see changed is an increase in trash and recycling pick up from once a week to twice. Overall I am happy with my neighborhood.... Read 76 reviews

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• Population 53,869

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  117 reviews

Current Resident: I love Annandale and its surrounding area for its diversity and the people. My neighborhood is primarily white, but most people are very friendly and open towards everyone. Just across the beltway is the more Korean area of Annandale, which has so many great restaurants to choose from!... Read 117 reviews

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• Population 42,240

• Suburb in Maryland

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  Rating 3.47 out of 5  94 reviews

Current Resident: Although no community is perfect Montgomery Village would be considered very good. This is because not only is it a relatively safe area it also has many different types of transportation available for drivers and pedestrians. The area itself also has many things nearby including schools, grocery stores, pharmacies, etc without being too clustered. However, an improvement for the area would be fixing what it it lacks which are entertainment/ gathering areas for the community.... Read 94 reviews

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• Population 34,413

• Town in Maryland

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  497 reviews

Current Resident: Great restaurant and cafe scene, great shopping, excellent public transport, great diversity in cultures, ages, professions. Very close to DC and all its free cultural offerings, and convenient to Shenandoah NP and the ocean. Parts of Silver Spring are suburban and quiet, while south and East pasty’s are more urban. The downtown Silver Spring area has a high concentration of Ethiopians, and hence many Ethiopian restaurants, groceries, cafes. Farmer’s market snd artisans’ fairs are very common! Montgomery County public schools are excellent, and there are many recreational and senior facilities, including area parks, pools, and much bigger open areas and parkways that close to traffic on weekends. This is a liberal town, and its population tends to be highly educated— engaging conversations are the norm. Many residents work federal jobs in DC and area colleges, universities, nonprofits, etc. Minuses: busy, congested, property crime is high, depending on specific location.... Read 497 reviews

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• Population 81,069

• Suburb in Maryland

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  21 reviews

Current Resident: I have loved Glenmont, MD my entire time living here. Neighbors are friendly and respectful and it is safe and convenient area. You do not have to drive miles to find a store to get what you need. The schools are also great.... Read 21 reviews

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• Population 15,111

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  80 reviews

Current Resident: Have a recreational park in mind? Don't worry about it, it's always nearby! Here in Lorton there are recreational parks and other public places just within minutes of driving. Even where I live, I have basketball courts, tennis courts, playgrounds, and grass fields perfect for any type of sport just within walking distance!... Read 80 reviews

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• Population 20,924

• Suburb in Maryland

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

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• Population 1,395

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 4 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: Seven Corners is a fantastic place to live! I've been here my entire life and can't imagine living anywhere else. It is a quite diverse place, so I've loved getting to try all of the cool and unique restaurants in particular. One of my favorites is Padaek where they have incredible Thai and Laotian cuisine. It is also very near lots of parks, community resources, etc.... Read 7 reviews

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• Population 9,041

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 3.51 out of 5  184 reviews

Current Resident: It is slightly busy here in dale city, we have a generally young population. The people here are mostly nice, there is religious equality in the sense that everyone can practice what they believe in without being stopped or hampered. We have everything we need in our city.... Read 184 reviews

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• Population 72,062

• Suburb in Maryland

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  152 reviews

Current Resident: Hyattsville is an incredible city that is comprised of many good neighborhood an all around very nice people. It is a very safe place to live in and furthermore comprises of numerous spaces to do extremely fun things at such as bowling arenas, restaurants, gaming centers, concerts, and places to site see. Overall, this city is a great place to live and is likewise exceptionally assorted. I would prescribe this city to anybody searching for a place to live in the state of Maryland.... Read 152 reviews

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• Population 18,267

• Suburb in Maryland

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  54 reviews

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 54 reviews

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• Population 51,191

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 3.56 out of 5  9 reviews

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

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• Population 6,826

• Suburb in Maryland

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  85 reviews

Current Resident: Beltsville is not a big city, so there’s not many things to do. It’s a small, quiet town. However, it still has everything you need, including grocery stores, great restaurants, movie theater, library and much more. There are elementary, middle, and high schools. The schools are not all that compared to others, but I have made some great friends going to school here. The neighborhood is safe, considering that there are rarely any serious crimes reported. In fact the last time Beltsville was on the news was when there was a house fire.... Read 85 reviews

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• Population 17,922

• Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  30 reviews

Current Resident: I love the beautiful parks and trails in the area. I can walk to most of the stores I need to shop at. The landscaping in my area is also exceptionally well done. Being so close to DC means there is always something to do as well, at least until we experienced the pandemic. However friendly neighbors and others that are willing to help has made 2020 better indeed!... Read 30 reviews

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• Population 30,033

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  6 reviews

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

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• Population 20,811

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  171 reviews

Current Resident: I really enjoy Springfield. The community is very diverse, and the people up here are very nice! I have lived here for most of my life, and I can say that it is the perfect blend of busy and slow. Springfield is very safe for a town, and you get the sense that people care for one other up here. Not only do people smile at you as you walk past them in the store, but they go out of their way to help you when it looks like you need it the most.... Read 171 reviews

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• Population 32,960

• Neighborhood in Arlington, VA

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  9 reviews

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• Population 12,495

• Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  32 reviews

Niche User: The people in this area are mostly friendly. Life is fast-pace and everyone is constantly on the move. The area itself isn't exactly an ideal place to raise a family, but it is amazing for the up and coming young adult professional.... Read 32 reviews

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• Population 28,474

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  5 reviews

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 5 reviews

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• Population 14,664

• Suburb in Virginia

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: Quiet, traffic is good locally, less expensive compared to Fairfax county, good shops, the region is getting better, buying a house may be affordable with median or above median income. I was able to buy a home with $65k income. The schools are average. My daughter goes to private school. I afford private school because I have one daughter. The traffic is horrible if you have to comute to Fairfax or Washington DC and your schedule is fixed 9-5. otherwise the traffic is ok but it gets worse and worse every year because more people are moving to the area. The further you go from Washington DC, the more houses are affordable and the bad traffic you have to face. The key is to find a good job away from Washington DC metro area in order to buy a good house and maybe good schools as well... Read 14 reviews

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• Population 37,770