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Cost of living in Marlow Heights summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Marlow Heights. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in Marlow Heights is 120 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Marlow Heights is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Marlow Heights is $396,650.
The median income in Marlow Heights is $55,502.
Marlow Heights's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Marlow Heights Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Marlow Heights | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 120 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 104 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 105 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 153 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 108 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 107 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 105 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Marlow Heights, MD Weather
The average high in Marlow Heights is 66.2° and the average low is 46.0°.
There are 74.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.6 inches of precipitation each year with 13.6 inches of snow.
| Stat | Marlow Heights |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 66.2 |
| Average Annual Low | 46.0 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 13.6 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Marlow Heights Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Marlow Heights
The current population in Marlow Heights is 5,456. The population has decreased 14.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,456 | -11.2% |
| 2023 | 6,144 | -1.8% |
| 2022 | 6,254 | 5.8% |
| 2021 | 5,913 | 0.7% |
| 2020 | 5,872 | 0.0% |
| 2019 | 5,872 | 0.1% |
| 2018 | 5,869 | -0.5% |
| 2017 | 5,897 | 2.5% |
| 2016 | 5,755 | 1.4% |
| 2015 | 5,676 | 0.2% |
| 2014 | 5,667 | 0.3% |
| 2013 | 5,648 | -9.6% |
| 2012 | 6,246 | -5.5% |
| 2011 | 6,612 | 4.2% |
| 2010 | 6,344 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Marlow Heights
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Marlow Heights is:
4.1% White with 226 White residents.
83.7% African American with 4,564 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
3.6% Asian with 195 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 10 Other residents.
3.4% Two Or More with 187 Two Or More residents.
5.0% Hispanic with 274 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Marlow Heights | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 4.1% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 83.7% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.6% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.4% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.0% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Marlow Heights
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Marlow Heights is 52.9% female with 2,885 female residents.
Marlow Heights is 47.1% male with 2,571 male residents.
| Gender | Marlow Heights | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Marlow Heights for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Marlow Heights completed < 9th grade.
11.0% of adults in Marlow Heights completed 9-12th grade.
41.0% of adults in Marlow Heights completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in Marlow Heights completed some college.
2.0% of adults in Marlow Heights completed associate's degree.
12.0% of adults in Marlow Heights completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in Marlow Heights completed master's degree.
0.0% of adults in Marlow Heights completed professional degree.
5.0% of adults in Marlow Heights completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Marlow Heights | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 11.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 41.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 2.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 5.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Marlow Heights, Maryland
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6.2% of households in Marlow Heights earn Less than $10,000.
5.2% of households in Marlow Heights earn $10,000 to $14,999.
7.9% of households in Marlow Heights earn $15,000 to $24,999.
10.3% of households in Marlow Heights earn $25,000 to $34,999.
15.9% of households in Marlow Heights earn $35,000 to $49,999.
19.9% of households in Marlow Heights earn $50,000 to $74,999.
11.9% of households in Marlow Heights earn $75,000 to $99,999.
10.6% of households in Marlow Heights earn $100,000 to $149,999.
4.1% of households in Marlow Heights earn $150,000 to $199,999.
7.8% of households in Marlow Heights earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Marlow Heights | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.2% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.2% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.9% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.3% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.9% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.9% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.9% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.6% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.1% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 7.8% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
