2019 Most Diverse Places to Live in MarylandAbout this List

Montgomery Village

• Suburb in Maryland
• 86

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!
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• 33,565 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

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• 52,386 Population

Germantown

• Suburb in Maryland
• 225

Current Resident: This is a great place to live. There are tons of quiet suburbs and we’re not far from downtown Rockville and Gaithersburg, where there are plenty of malls, restaurants, and cool shops. There’s easy accessibility to the Marc train which goes into Washington, D.C. It makes commuting a breeze! The Shady Grove metro stop is about a 25 minute drive and there are plenty of buses headed there each day. This is a great place for families! I will admit that if you’re looking for a more fast-paced lifestyle, this might not be the area for you. Also, real estate in this area is pretty pricey because of the location and the great schools. While this is no small town, it’s definitely still suburban America.
Read 225 Reviews

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• 91,447 Population

Gaithersburg

• Town in Maryland
• 173

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 173 Reviews

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• 67,417 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.
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• 16,917 Population

Silver Spring

• Town in Maryland
• 335

Current Resident: Silver Spring is a very peaceful town. I find the people here very friendly and accepting. I like the schools here as well, although I think that the breaks should be made longer. I go to Rockville high school, which I think is a great school because of its educational programs such as the AP and IB program. But one thing I would like to change about this town is that its too peaceful! I feel as though there should be more excitement around here, like in certain events or community goals.
Read 335 Reviews

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• 79,483 Population

Wheaton

• Suburb in Maryland
• 51

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 51 Reviews

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• 50,095 Population

North Laurel

• Suburb of Baltimore, MD
• 29

Current Resident: I live in the Emerson Community in North Laurel. It is a beautiful community which is very pet-friendly. There are doggy-bag stands throughout the community. There are many well-maintained parks and a community swimming pool. There is even a mini dog park. I would definitely say this is a great community to live in. I'm districted to a very good school and we are conveniently close to a lot of amenities. We can close enough to D.C. that is perfect for a day trip, the Annapolis mall is not too far away, and we are close to Columbia Mall in Ellicott City.
Read 29 Reviews

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• 24,510 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

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• 18,145 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

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• A+

• 17,890 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.
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• 17,317 Population

Hyattsville

• Suburb in Maryland
• 107

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.
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• 18,225 Population

White Oak

• Suburb in Maryland
• 47

Niche User: Very nominal crime reports in the area.
Read 47 Reviews

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• 19,525 Population

Cottage City

• Suburb in Maryland

• B-

• C-

• A+

• 1,255 Population

North Kensington

• Suburb in Maryland
• 6

Niche User: To clarify my area is Silver Spring/Wheaton/ Kensington area, other surrounding areas have slightly different dynamics. The area s full of culture and there s plenty to do you can find activities, restaurants, entertainment, and religions from all over the globe. There is only a little class conflict and contrast within the area (people range from somewhat poor to upper middle class) but it is fairly high with immediately surrounding communities. Although there is little violence between classes, it is very apparent in services available (and the cost), housing costs, community features (all their public centers seem shining), and especially education. Montgomery county is supposed to be one of the best school districts in the US. However this because they shower the "Up county" school in richer areas with access money, the best staff, facilities, and funding, while largely ignoring "Down County" schools who have facilities in much need of repair, with underpaid staff who would readily leave for upcountry schools (where students are motivated and tutored), lack many of the advantage up county schools have (such as multiple training rooms, far more electronics, and tutors), and lower quality food. Money is granted based on the school's personal fundraising, number of students, and test scores, so the small down county schools are stuck in an eternal rut. This is a self-made community full of many opinions and determination. We have many recent immigrants and a unique culture,
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• 9,856 Population

Layhill

• Suburb in Maryland
• 4

Niche User: I wouldn't say it is the safest place in the world, but you can count on not being scared to leave your house or walk around at night. There are loud people, and drunk people, and lots of crazy teenagers around. But I've never seen tensions get high to the point of people being in actual physical danger. Late at night you can see police cars driving through the neighborhood, but not as much during the day.
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• 4,981 Population

Rossville

• Suburb of Baltimore, MD
• 23

Niche User: Overall, this area is quiet and multi-cultural. There is a lot of diversity everywhere you go and is not more of one ethnicity versus another.
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• 15,219 Population

Hillandale

• Suburb in Maryland
• 7

Current Resident: I have not lived in any other place besides Hillandale. When I was little, I asked my mom if I could buy our house from them, just because I couldn't see myself living anywhere else. This place is is where I have spent the past 17, almost 18 years of my life, making and losing friends, having good and bad experiences alike, but having the close knit community that I can easily call my family to pick me up when I have fallen down. You can walk into any of my neighbors houses at any time, strike up a conversation with them, and hours on hours can pass by before you even realize it. I'm sad to be leaving this community when I go off to college, but no matter where I go, I will always hold this town close to my heart. Home is where the heart is, and that is Hillandale.
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• 5,734 Population

Takoma Park

• Suburb in Maryland
• 58

Current Resident: Takoma Park is a place like you have never seen before. with its strong community and diversity, this is a fantastic place to live. in Takoma, there is practically something to do every other week with all the various community events. We also have three! yes three of the best schools in the state all in the same vicinity. Takoma Park Elementary School. (pre-k - 2nd) Piney Branch Elementary. (3rd - 5th) and lastly Takoma Park Middle school (6th - 8th). we have many parks and places to enjoy the outdoors and were near a metro station. we have a recreational center, library and a police station. All in the same building! If you value community, safety, and diversity, please live in Takoma park Maryland.
Read 58 Reviews

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• 17,643 Population

Patterson Place

• Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD

• A

• C-

• A+

• 2,808 Population

Brooklyn

• Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD
• 6

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• A+

• 12,548 Population

Colesville

• Suburb in Maryland
• 25

Current Resident: I love how beautiful the neighborhoods are and the personality of everyone. There's lots of older people who are sweet and keep active by walking around. All over, there's minorities everywhere which is good to seeing all kinds of ethnicities represented. Very close to where I live is a shopping center with a grocery store and all types of restaurants, banks, pharmacy and gas station. Every necessary is very close. I would like to see more restaurants of more popularity being built.
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• 14,633 Population

Rockville

• Town in Maryland
• 186

Current Resident: Rockville is a great city for families, college students, and older adults. It's a relatively large city, yet everything is close by. There is public transportation, such as metro and buses, available and easy to access. Additionally, Washington, D.C is a 30 min ride, either by metro or car. The city itself is clean and cozy. There are several parks for dog-walking and jogging, and also basketball and tennis courts for those who enjoy playing sports. In downtown Rockville, there is a movie theater, restaurants, shops, and various other shopping and service points. Overall, it's a nice city to live in!
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• 66,420 Population

Burtonsville

• Suburb in Maryland
• 36

Current Resident: I've been living in Burtonsville for the last 15 years. I went to elementary, middle and high school in Burtonsville. The schools are not as great now as they were when I was attending, but they're still good. I wish there were more restaurants and places to eat that are open late, however. Burtonsville is a small suburb in which most public places close at 9 everyday.
Read 36 Reviews

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• 10,428 Population

Lake Walker

• Neighborhood in Baltimore, MD
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• 4,311 Population