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Cost of living in North Bethesda summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in North Bethesda. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in North Bethesda is 163 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in North Bethesda is 1.6x higher than the national average.
The median home value in North Bethesda is $748,887.
The median income in North Bethesda is $129,092.
North Bethesda's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In North Bethesda Comparison Table
| Living Expense | North Bethesda | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 163 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 108 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 107 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 286 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 108 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 107 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 110 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
North Bethesda, MD Weather
The average high in North Bethesda is 65.4° and the average low is 45.4°.
There are 72.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.3 inches of precipitation each year with 15.5 inches of snow.
| Stat | North Bethesda |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.4 |
| Average Annual Low | 45.4 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 72.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 15.5 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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North Bethesda Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in North Bethesda
The current population in North Bethesda is 49,677. The population has increased 22.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 49,677 | 0.4% |
| 2023 | 49,498 | -0.5% |
| 2022 | 49,763 | -1.8% |
| 2021 | 50,695 | 2.0% |
| 2020 | 49,719 | -0.3% |
| 2019 | 49,872 | -0.8% |
| 2018 | 50,262 | 0.4% |
| 2017 | 50,056 | 0.2% |
| 2016 | 49,971 | 2.4% |
| 2015 | 48,818 | 4.5% |
| 2014 | 46,738 | 4.5% |
| 2013 | 44,712 | 4.2% |
| 2012 | 42,894 | 4.7% |
| 2011 | 40,970 | 1.2% |
| 2010 | 40,489 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in North Bethesda
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North Bethesda is:
52.2% White with 25,918 White residents.
9.0% African American with 4,467 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 11 American Indian residents.
16.1% Asian with 7,981 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 20 Hawaiian residents.
0.8% Other with 386 Other residents.
5.0% Two Or More with 2,501 Two Or More residents.
16.9% Hispanic with 8,393 Hispanic residents.
| Race | North Bethesda | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 52.2% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 9.0% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 16.1% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.0% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 16.9% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in North Bethesda
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North Bethesda is 50.8% female with 25,249 female residents.
North Bethesda is 49.2% male with 24,428 male residents.
| Gender | North Bethesda | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in North Bethesda for adults over 25
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3.0% of adults in North Bethesda completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in North Bethesda completed 9-12th grade.
8.0% of adults in North Bethesda completed high school / ged.
8.0% of adults in North Bethesda completed some college.
3.0% of adults in North Bethesda completed associate's degree.
30.0% of adults in North Bethesda completed bachelor's degree.
25.0% of adults in North Bethesda completed master's degree.
10.0% of adults in North Bethesda completed professional degree.
10.0% of adults in North Bethesda completed doctorate degree.
| Education | North Bethesda | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 8.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 8.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 3.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 30.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 25.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 10.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 10.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For North Bethesda, Maryland
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3.1% of households in North Bethesda earn Less than $10,000.
1.0% of households in North Bethesda earn $10,000 to $14,999.
1.8% of households in North Bethesda earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.7% of households in North Bethesda earn $25,000 to $34,999.
6.2% of households in North Bethesda earn $35,000 to $49,999.
10.5% of households in North Bethesda earn $50,000 to $74,999.
11.9% of households in North Bethesda earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.1% of households in North Bethesda earn $100,000 to $149,999.
14.6% of households in North Bethesda earn $150,000 to $199,999.
28.1% of households in North Bethesda earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | North Bethesda | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.1% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.0% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1.8% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.7% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.2% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10.5% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.9% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.1% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14.6% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 28.1% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
