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Bladensburg, MD

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Demographics

Majority BlackSimpson's Diversity Index: 51
Population9,552
Foreign Born25.3%
Population Density9,648people per mi²
Median Age31.2 yrs
Demographics Trajectory
ChangingSince 2010, this city has seen significant changes in racial and ethnic composition in a short time.
Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown
Population Trends

Quality of Life

Overall Quality Of Life
B+
Good

Above-average quality of iife. The area offers a reasonable cost of living, decent mobility, and a mix of neighborhood amenities.

Quality of Life blends cost of living, nearby amenities, socioeconomic signals, and neighborhood character. City-level scores represent the whole municipality; individual neighborhoods can differ.

Cost of Living

132/100

32% above national average

B+

The Real Cost of Living in Bladensburg, Maryland

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $20k$38k
Comfortable $57k$84k
Luxury $84k+$130k+
Elite (Top 5%) $99k+$154k+
Affordability Ratio

74%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

A
Hood Index scan area
Luxury Lean83%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
40
Positive
40
Poor
9
Negative
3

Groceries

7 within 10 miles

1.6mi

Gas

20 within 10 miles

0.6mi

Hospital

20 within 20 miles

2.9mi

Airport

DCA — Ronald Reagan Washington National

8.7mi

Post Office

USPS — Bladensburg, MD

0.3mi

Critical Amenities

Golf7Nearest 3.4 mi
Camping20Nearest 0.7 mi
Marina13Nearest 5.1 mi
Winery3Nearest 3.7 mi
Ice Rink3Nearest 2.3 mi
Gun Range4Nearest 4.9 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
D+
Soft

A below-average socioeconomic profile. Incomes, home values, and educational attainment trail the U.S., with higher poverty and unemployment.

Median HHI
$62k+6.5%
17% below US avg
Est. Avg Net Worth
$748k
14% above US avg
College Educated
14.1%
60% below US avg
WFH
8.3%
42% below US avg
Homeownership
17.3%
74% below US avg
Median Home
$330k
17% above US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
C-
Elevated

Higher crime rates than 57% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
21.7
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
+74.4%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr+42.7%
Homicide*
0.05 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Robbery*
0.84 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Aggravated Assault*
2.34 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg

Property Crime

5yr+106.0%
Burglary*
1.64 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Larceny-Theft*
13.30 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft*
3.15 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025* = State-level data substituted where local agency has not published figures

Political Climate

Cook PVI: D+39Solidly Liberal

District shown is the primary district for this city’s centroid. Cities may span multiple districts.

Presidential Voting Trends for Bladensburg, Maryland
Dem Rep
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%2000200420082012201620202024

Personal Sovereignty

Personal Sovereignty measures your capacity for self-reliance and independence with minimal government friction. Higher scores mean fewer barriers between you and the way you want to live... but it assumes you have the space you need and good neighbors.

Overall Sovereignty Grade
B-
Self-Reliant

Viable for self-reliance. Generally workable, though some barriers may limit total independence.

State Policy

Tax Burden
D+
Poor11.3% of income
Property Rights
D
WeakIJ Grade D
Firearm Rights
F
PoorFPC Grade F
Homeschooling
A-
GoodLow regulation

Energy independence: Importer (8% of energy produced in-state)

Personal Liberty

Raw Milk
F
ProhibitedIllegal
Gambling Laws
A
Broadly OpenCasinos · Poker · Sportsbetting
Marijuana Laws
A+
Fully LegalRecreational

Homesteading

Growing Season230 days293 frost-free
Annual Rainfall63.6"
Elevation62 ft

Strategic Assessment

Strategic Assessment grades tactical survivability using Joel Skousen's Strategic Relocation framework. Major population centers, blast zones, natural disasters, and border exposure all drive risk — lower exposure means a more defensible position in a crisis.

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Overall Strategic Grade
D
Vulnerable

Multiple tactical vulnerabilities. Population density, target proximity, or disaster risk are likely compounding. A retreat property and exit planning is required.

Strategic Pillars

City Proximity
F
Poor6.4 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
F
Poor9,648/sq mi
Fallout Danger
C
Weak27 within ~30 mi
Natural Disaster
F
PoorInland Flooding, Heat Wave, Tornado, Hurricane, Earthquake
Border / Coast
A+
Greatborder 297 mi · coast 100 mi
FEMA Expected Loss$121.8M/yrfor the county

Key Distances

Nearest Major CityWashington690k people are 6.4 mi away
Nearest Major AirportDCA8.7 mi away
Distance to State Capital24 miAnnapolis, MD
Nearest Prison4.9 mi7 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-22T02:45:51.000Z

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