Gaithersburg SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Gaithersburg summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Gaithersburg. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in Gaithersburg is 141 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Gaithersburg is 1.4x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Gaithersburg is $527,608.
The median income in Gaithersburg is $112,467.
Gaithersburg's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Gaithersburg Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Gaithersburg | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 141 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 106 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 111 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 210 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 113 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 114 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 107 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Gaithersburg, MD Weather
The average high in Gaithersburg is 64.8° and the average low is 44.8°.
There are 73.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.0 inches of precipitation each year with 23.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Gaithersburg |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 64.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 44.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 73.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 23.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Gaithersburg Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Gaithersburg
The current population in Gaithersburg is 69,825. The population has increased 20.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 69,825 | 0.9% |
| 2023 | 69,225 | 0.3% |
| 2022 | 69,016 | 0.3% |
| 2021 | 68,827 | 1.4% |
| 2020 | 67,878 | 0.2% |
| 2019 | 67,742 | 0.3% |
| 2018 | 67,529 | 0.2% |
| 2017 | 67,417 | 2.0% |
| 2016 | 66,104 | 1.8% |
| 2015 | 64,945 | 2.3% |
| 2014 | 63,491 | 2.7% |
| 2013 | 61,851 | 2.7% |
| 2012 | 60,223 | 2.0% |
| 2011 | 59,037 | 1.5% |
| 2010 | 58,169 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Gaithersburg
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Gaithersburg is:
29.7% White with 20,727 White residents.
14.6% African American with 10,219 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 45 American Indian residents.
20.3% Asian with 14,162 Asian residents.
0.2% Hawaiian with 138 Hawaiian residents.
0.8% Other with 534 Other residents.
3.8% Two Or More with 2,669 Two Or More residents.
30.5% Hispanic with 21,331 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Gaithersburg | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 29.7% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 14.6% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 20.3% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.8% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 30.5% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Gaithersburg
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Gaithersburg is 51.9% female with 36,272 female residents.
Gaithersburg is 48.1% male with 33,553 male residents.
| Gender | Gaithersburg | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Gaithersburg for adults over 25
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8.0% of adults in Gaithersburg completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in Gaithersburg completed 9-12th grade.
16.0% of adults in Gaithersburg completed high school / ged.
14.0% of adults in Gaithersburg completed some college.
5.0% of adults in Gaithersburg completed associate's degree.
28.0% of adults in Gaithersburg completed bachelor's degree.
17.0% of adults in Gaithersburg completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Gaithersburg completed professional degree.
5.0% of adults in Gaithersburg completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Gaithersburg | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 8.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 16.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 14.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 5.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 17.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 5.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Gaithersburg, Maryland
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3.7% of households in Gaithersburg earn Less than $10,000.
1.6% of households in Gaithersburg earn $10,000 to $14,999.
4.7% of households in Gaithersburg earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.0% of households in Gaithersburg earn $25,000 to $34,999.
6.4% of households in Gaithersburg earn $35,000 to $49,999.
12.6% of households in Gaithersburg earn $50,000 to $74,999.
11.9% of households in Gaithersburg earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.4% of households in Gaithersburg earn $100,000 to $149,999.
13.4% of households in Gaithersburg earn $150,000 to $199,999.
22.3% of households in Gaithersburg earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Gaithersburg | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.7% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.6% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.7% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.0% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.4% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 12.6% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.9% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.4% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13.4% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 22.3% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
