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Crime in Takoma Park summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Takoma Park. Key points include:
There were 1,326 total crimes in Takoma Park in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Takoma Park is 7,612.8 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Takoma Park is 539.7 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Takoma Park is 7,073.1 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Takoma Park is 259.22% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Takoma Park Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Takoma Park / 100k People |
Maryland / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,326 | 7,612.8 | 2,470.0 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 94 | 539.7 | 420.4 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 7.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 44 | 252.6 | 123.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 42 | 241.1 | 257.0 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 1,232 | 7,073.1 | 2,049.6 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 108 | 620.0 | 190.0 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 1,022 | 5,867.5 | 1,446.8 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 102 | 585.6 | 412.8 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Takoma Park summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Takoma Park. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Maryland. Key points include:
The cost of living in Takoma Park is 156 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Takoma Park is 1.6x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Takoma Park is $686,398.
The median income in Takoma Park is $108,136.
Takoma Park's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Takoma Park Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Takoma Park | Maryland | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 156 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 105 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 109 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 278 | 152 | 100 |
| Housing | 107 | 109 | 100 |
| Transportation | 111 | 108 | 100 |
| Utilities | 109 | 109 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Takoma Park, MD Weather
The average high in Takoma Park is 65.9° and the average low is 45.7°.
There are 74.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 43.0 inches of precipitation each year with 13.4 inches of snow.
| Stat | Takoma Park |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 45.7 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 43.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 13.4 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Takoma Park Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Takoma Park
The current population in Takoma Park is 17,632. The population has increased 4.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17,632 | 0.6% |
| 2023 | 17,522 | -0.1% |
| 2022 | 17,542 | -0.4% |
| 2021 | 17,610 | -0.5% |
| 2020 | 17,703 | 0.2% |
| 2019 | 17,672 | 0.3% |
| 2018 | 17,622 | -0.1% |
| 2017 | 17,643 | 0.4% |
| 2016 | 17,567 | 0.5% |
| 2015 | 17,478 | 1.0% |
| 2014 | 17,307 | 0.4% |
| 2013 | 17,232 | 2.0% |
| 2012 | 16,902 | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 16,829 | -0.1% |
| 2010 | 16,853 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Takoma Park
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Takoma Park is:
44.6% White with 7,861 White residents.
29.2% African American with 5,148 African American residents.
0.4% American Indian with 64 American Indian residents.
4.7% Asian with 832 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.4% Other with 74 Other residents.
6.6% Two Or More with 1,171 Two Or More residents.
14.1% Hispanic with 2,482 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Takoma Park | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 44.6% | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 29.2% | 28.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.7% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.6% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 14.1% | 12.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Takoma Park
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Takoma Park is 52.9% female with 9,328 female residents.
Takoma Park is 47.1% male with 8,304 male residents.
| Gender | Takoma Park | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Takoma Park for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Takoma Park completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Takoma Park completed 9-12th grade.
15.0% of adults in Takoma Park completed high school / ged.
10.0% of adults in Takoma Park completed some college.
6.0% of adults in Takoma Park completed associate's degree.
22.0% of adults in Takoma Park completed bachelor's degree.
28.0% of adults in Takoma Park completed master's degree.
6.0% of adults in Takoma Park completed professional degree.
6.0% of adults in Takoma Park completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Takoma Park | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 15.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 10.0% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 6.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 28.0% | 15.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 6.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 6.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Takoma Park, Maryland
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5.6% of households in Takoma Park earn Less than $10,000.
3.6% of households in Takoma Park earn $10,000 to $14,999.
5.0% of households in Takoma Park earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.8% of households in Takoma Park earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.7% of households in Takoma Park earn $35,000 to $49,999.
14.0% of households in Takoma Park earn $50,000 to $74,999.
7.3% of households in Takoma Park earn $75,000 to $99,999.
12.7% of households in Takoma Park earn $100,000 to $149,999.
10.4% of households in Takoma Park earn $150,000 to $199,999.
28.8% of households in Takoma Park earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Takoma Park | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.6% | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.6% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.0% | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.8% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.7% | 7.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.0% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7.3% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.7% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 10.4% | 12.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 28.8% | 20.3% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
