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Cheverly, MD

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Cheverly, MD

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Demographics

DiverseSimpson's Diversity Index: 74
Population6,107
Foreign Born14.7%
Population Density4,637people per mi²
Median Age38.2 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

158/100

58% above national average

B-

The Real Cost of Living in Cheverly, Maryland

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $29k$54k
Comfortable $91k$133k
Luxury $145k+$225k+
Elite (Top 5%) $170k+$264k+
Affordability Ratio

88%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

A-
Hood Index scan area
Luxury Lean81%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
14
Positive
40
Poor
6
Negative
4

Groceries

7 within 10 miles

0.9mi

Gas

20 within 10 miles

0.8mi

Hospital

20 within 20 miles

3.8mi

Airport

DCA — Ronald Reagan Washington National

8.5mi

Post Office

USPS — Cheverly, MD

1.5mi

Critical Amenities

Country Clubs

2 private clubs within 10 miles.

Golf7Nearest 3.1 mi
Camping20Nearest 1 mi
Marina13Nearest 4.5 mi
Winery3Nearest 3.9 mi
Ice Rink3Nearest 3.5 mi
Gun Range4Nearest 3.5 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
C+
Average

A middle-class area roughly in line with national averages across income, home values, education, and employment.

Median HHI
$118k-1.7%
57% above US avg
Est. Avg Net Worth
$1.5M
134% above US avg
College Educated
51.3%
47% above US avg
WFH
24.9%
74% above US avg
Homeownership
74.2%
13% above US avg
Median Home
$467k
65% above US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
B-
Safe

Generally safer than 59% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
28.3
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
+74.4%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr+42.7%
Homicide
0.00 / 1k Residents100% below state avg
Robbery
0.98 / 1k Residents17% above state avg
Aggravated Assault
1.31 / 1k Residents44% below state avg

Property Crime

5yr+106.0%
Burglary
0.82 / 1k Residents50% below state avg
Larceny-Theft
19.12 / 1k Residents44% above state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft
5.88 / 1k Residents87% above state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025

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 Cheverly, 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 Season228 days293 frost-free
Annual Rainfall61.9"
Elevation141 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
Poor6.7 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
D-
Poor4,637/sq mi
Fallout Danger
C
Weak27 within ~30 mi
Natural Disaster
F
PoorInland Flooding, Heat Wave, Tornado, Hurricane, Earthquake
Border / Coast
A+
Greatborder 298 mi · coast 99 mi
FEMA Expected Loss$121.8M/yrfor the county

Key Distances

Nearest Major CityWashington690k people are 6.7 mi away
Nearest Major AirportDCA8.5 mi away
Distance to State Capital23 miAnnapolis, MD
Nearest Prison4.4 mi7 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-22T00:25:24.000Z

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