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Cost of living in North Potomac summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in North Potomac. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in North Potomac is 176 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in North Potomac is 1.8x higher than the national average.
The median home value in North Potomac is $911,608.
The median income in North Potomac is $186,514.
North Potomac's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In North Potomac Comparison Table
| Living Expense | North Potomac | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 176 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 105 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 113 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 324 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 116 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 111 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 107 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
North Potomac, MD Weather
The average high in North Potomac 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 | North Potomac |
|---|---|
| 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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North Potomac Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in North Potomac
The current population in North Potomac is 23,922. The population has decreased 4.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23,922 | -0.3% |
| 2023 | 23,994 | -2.8% |
| 2022 | 24,692 | 1.0% |
| 2021 | 24,449 | 1.3% |
| 2020 | 24,146 | 1.0% |
| 2019 | 23,914 | -1.0% |
| 2018 | 24,148 | -0.4% |
| 2017 | 24,236 | 0.4% |
| 2016 | 24,148 | 0.3% |
| 2015 | 24,087 | 0.3% |
| 2014 | 24,003 | 0.4% |
| 2013 | 23,905 | -1.3% |
| 2012 | 24,220 | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 24,261 | -3.1% |
| 2010 | 25,025 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in North Potomac
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North Potomac is:
42.1% White with 10,078 White residents.
6.1% African American with 1,456 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 6 American Indian residents.
40.5% Asian with 9,682 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
1.0% Other with 229 Other residents.
3.7% Two Or More with 889 Two Or More residents.
6.6% Hispanic with 1,582 Hispanic residents.
| Race | North Potomac | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 42.1% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 6.1% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 40.5% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.7% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 6.6% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in North Potomac
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North Potomac is 51.2% female with 12,254 female residents.
North Potomac is 48.8% male with 11,668 male residents.
| Gender | North Potomac | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in North Potomac for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in North Potomac completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in North Potomac completed 9-12th grade.
6.0% of adults in North Potomac completed high school / ged.
10.0% of adults in North Potomac completed some college.
3.0% of adults in North Potomac completed associate's degree.
35.0% of adults in North Potomac completed bachelor's degree.
26.0% of adults in North Potomac completed master's degree.
6.0% of adults in North Potomac completed professional degree.
10.0% of adults in North Potomac completed doctorate degree.
| Education | North Potomac | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 6.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 10.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 3.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 35.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 26.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 6.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 10.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For North Potomac, Maryland
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2.2% of households in North Potomac earn Less than $10,000.
2.3% of households in North Potomac earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.7% of households in North Potomac earn $15,000 to $24,999.
0.8% of households in North Potomac earn $25,000 to $34,999.
2.9% of households in North Potomac earn $35,000 to $49,999.
6.7% of households in North Potomac earn $50,000 to $74,999.
9.5% of households in North Potomac earn $75,000 to $99,999.
12.8% of households in North Potomac earn $100,000 to $149,999.
15.0% of households in North Potomac earn $150,000 to $199,999.
45.1% of households in North Potomac earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | North Potomac | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.2% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.3% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.7% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0.8% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2.9% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6.7% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.5% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.8% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.0% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 45.1% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
