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Crime in Greenbelt summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Greenbelt. Key points include:
There were 1,216 total crimes in Greenbelt in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Greenbelt is 5,026.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Greenbelt is 648.9 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Greenbelt is 4,377.3 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Greenbelt is 137.17% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Greenbelt Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Greenbelt / 100k People |
Maryland / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,216 | 5,026.2 | 2,470.0 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 157 | 648.9 | 420.4 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 7.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 79 | 326.5 | 123.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 68 | 281.1 | 257.0 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 1,059 | 4,377.3 | 2,049.6 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 36 | 148.8 | 190.0 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 767 | 3,170.3 | 1,446.8 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 256 | 1,058.2 | 412.8 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Greenbelt summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Greenbelt. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in Greenbelt is 117 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Greenbelt is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Greenbelt is $285,335.
The median income in Greenbelt is $85,997.
Greenbelt's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Greenbelt Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Greenbelt | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 117 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 108 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 105 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 140 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 109 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 107 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 104 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Greenbelt, MD Weather
The average high in Greenbelt is 65.8° and the average low is 45.0°.
There are 74.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.8 inches of precipitation each year with 13.5 inches of snow.
| Stat | Greenbelt |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 45.0 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 13.5 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Greenbelt Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Greenbelt
The current population in Greenbelt is 24,678. The population has increased 8.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24,678 | 0.4% |
| 2023 | 24,572 | -0.3% |
| 2022 | 24,646 | 0.2% |
| 2021 | 24,602 | 5.8% |
| 2020 | 23,253 | 0.1% |
| 2019 | 23,219 | 0.1% |
| 2018 | 23,203 | -0.4% |
| 2017 | 23,289 | -1.4% |
| 2016 | 23,623 | -0.9% |
| 2015 | 23,827 | 0.9% |
| 2014 | 23,612 | 1.3% |
| 2013 | 23,310 | 0.9% |
| 2012 | 23,113 | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 22,922 | 0.5% |
| 2010 | 22,817 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Greenbelt
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Greenbelt is:
19.0% White with 4,677 White residents.
47.9% African American with 11,832 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 54 American Indian residents.
7.7% Asian with 1,905 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 173 Other residents.
5.3% Two Or More with 1,310 Two Or More residents.
19.2% Hispanic with 4,727 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Greenbelt | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 19.0% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 47.9% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 7.7% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.3% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 19.2% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Greenbelt
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Greenbelt is 53.3% female with 13,151 female residents.
Greenbelt is 46.7% male with 11,526 male residents.
| Gender | Greenbelt | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Greenbelt for adults over 25
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6.0% of adults in Greenbelt completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Greenbelt completed 9-12th grade.
20.0% of adults in Greenbelt completed high school / ged.
15.0% of adults in Greenbelt completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Greenbelt completed associate's degree.
24.0% of adults in Greenbelt completed bachelor's degree.
15.0% of adults in Greenbelt completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Greenbelt completed professional degree.
5.0% of adults in Greenbelt completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Greenbelt | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 6.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 20.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 15.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 15.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 5.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Greenbelt, Maryland
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7.9% of households in Greenbelt earn Less than $10,000.
4.1% of households in Greenbelt earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.3% of households in Greenbelt earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.0% of households in Greenbelt earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.1% of households in Greenbelt earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.0% of households in Greenbelt earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.5% of households in Greenbelt earn $75,000 to $99,999.
22.5% of households in Greenbelt earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.6% of households in Greenbelt earn $150,000 to $199,999.
12.8% of households in Greenbelt earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Greenbelt | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 7.9% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.1% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.3% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.0% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.1% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.0% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.5% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 22.5% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.6% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 12.8% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
