Forest Glen SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Forest Glen summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Forest Glen. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in Forest Glen is 146 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Forest Glen is 1.5x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Forest Glen is $620,252.
The median income in Forest Glen is $127,820.
Forest Glen's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Forest Glen Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Forest Glen | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 146 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 105 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 111 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 235 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 111 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 103 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 109 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Forest Glen, MD Weather
The average high in Forest Glen is 65.3° and the average low is 45.1°.
There are 75.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.8 inches of precipitation each year with 19.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Forest Glen |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 45.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 75.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 19.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Forest Glen Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Forest Glen
The current population in Forest Glen is 6,840. The population has increased 10.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6,840 | 2.9% |
| 2023 | 6,650 | -3.0% |
| 2022 | 6,859 | -1.2% |
| 2021 | 6,942 | 16.5% |
| 2020 | 5,957 | -7.9% |
| 2019 | 6,469 | -1.8% |
| 2018 | 6,589 | -3.2% |
| 2017 | 6,804 | -1.6% |
| 2016 | 6,915 | -6.2% |
| 2015 | 7,374 | -0.3% |
| 2014 | 7,393 | 0.1% |
| 2013 | 7,383 | 7.5% |
| 2012 | 6,865 | 5.7% |
| 2011 | 6,493 | 5.0% |
| 2010 | 6,182 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Forest Glen
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Forest Glen is:
48.9% White with 3,346 White residents.
12.3% African American with 839 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 7 American Indian residents.
5.7% Asian with 393 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 16 Other residents.
8.3% Two Or More with 571 Two Or More residents.
24.4% Hispanic with 1,668 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Forest Glen | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 48.9% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 12.3% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 5.7% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 8.3% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 24.4% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Forest Glen
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Forest Glen is 55.4% female with 3,786 female residents.
Forest Glen is 44.6% male with 3,053 male residents.
| Gender | Forest Glen | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.4% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 44.6% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Forest Glen for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Forest Glen completed < 9th grade.
8.0% of adults in Forest Glen completed 9-12th grade.
10.0% of adults in Forest Glen completed high school / ged.
11.0% of adults in Forest Glen completed some college.
4.0% of adults in Forest Glen completed associate's degree.
28.0% of adults in Forest Glen completed bachelor's degree.
26.0% of adults in Forest Glen completed master's degree.
4.0% of adults in Forest Glen completed professional degree.
8.0% of adults in Forest Glen completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Forest Glen | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 8.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 10.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 11.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 4.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 26.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 4.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 8.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Forest Glen, Maryland
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2.0% of households in Forest Glen earn Less than $10,000.
1.9% of households in Forest Glen earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.0% of households in Forest Glen earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.9% of households in Forest Glen earn $25,000 to $34,999.
6.8% of households in Forest Glen earn $35,000 to $49,999.
11.1% of households in Forest Glen earn $50,000 to $74,999.
5.2% of households in Forest Glen earn $75,000 to $99,999.
15.7% of households in Forest Glen earn $100,000 to $149,999.
9.9% of households in Forest Glen earn $150,000 to $199,999.
35.5% of households in Forest Glen earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Forest Glen | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.0% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.9% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.0% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.9% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.8% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 11.1% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5.2% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.7% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.9% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 35.5% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
