Landover 68 Good
Landover Livability #190 ranked city in Maryland#8,417 ranked city in the USARanks better than 71% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Landover

PROS
  • Commute

    High scores in the commute category could indicate that this area offers short commute times to work and readily available public transportation options.

  • Housing

    The housing category in this area boasts higher than average scores, likely influenced by a positive home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    It appears that many amenities may not be conveniently situated within walking distance, potentially necessitating the use of a vehicle or public transit.

  • Crime

    High crime rates per 100,000 people are reported in this area, potentially indicating that it is an unsafe place to live. These statistics consider both violent and property offenses.

  • Schools

    Factors such as lower than average graduation rates, lackluster reading and math scores and the limited accessibility of local elementary and high schools could contribute to the low schools score.

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What's it like Living in Landover?

Landover is a mid-sized city located in the state of Maryland. The city has a population of 22,991 inhabitants. Landover has a population density of 5,748 people per square mile. This would be considered well above the national population density level. With a total of 74%, the Black or African American racial group makes up the majority of the population in Landover. The next most represented races are 6% White and 4% Asian. Single men and women might be happy to hear that in Landover, only 41% of the population is married. Long, unnecessary commutes can be both frustrating and inconvenient when heading to work. Nationwide, the average one-way commute time takes 26 minutes, but regrettably, residing in Landover entails a longer-than-average one-way commute time, averaging 34 minutes.

If you’re considering relocating to any new city, it could be a very discouraging task. However, it could also be a fulfilling experience if you are willing to get to know the area before actually living in Landover, Maryland. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is of utmost importance, ensuring a secure environment with low crime. Proximity to your workplace or school helps reduce commuting time and offers convenience. Access to amenities such as parks, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities enhances your daily life. Public transportation options contribute to easy mobility. A sense of community fosters a supportive and engaging environment. Lastly, the overall atmosphere should align with your desired lifestyle, ensuring a fulfilling living experience. Considering these items will guide you towards finding the perfect neighborhood that fits all your needs. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like amenities, crime, health & safety, employment, housing, you can easily compare the best places to live in Landover and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Landover to Maryland and the national average.

Landover, MD receives 68/100 for its livability score; this results in a ranking of #187 in Maryland and #7,916 in the USA. Based on the rankings for each individual category, Landover has been rewarded with high marks for employment (B-) and housing (A+). Regrettably for Landover, there are some categories for which it does not rank well, this includes: amenities (F), crime (F) and education (F).

Finding affordable real estate and housing in Landover can be tricky. Having said that, this area might be the place to get the best of both worlds. Based on factors like home/rental affordability and appreciation rates, this area has received an above average score in the housing category. A healthy real estate market can lead to wealth appreciation for property owners, as rising property values can contribute to homeowners' equity, financial stability and the ability to build long-term wealth.

Assuming that Landover meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Landover. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Landover are simply unattainable. The median home price for Landover homes is $234,200, which is 19.4% lower than the Maryland average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Landover, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 4, which is 5.3% higher than the Maryland average.

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      Landover transportation information

      Statistic Landover Maryland National
      Average one way commute34min32min26min
      Workers who drive to work64.1%73.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool11.2%9.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit14.5%8.9%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.1%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk4.1%2.4%2.8%
      Working from home3.7%4.4%4.6%
      Source: The Landover, MD data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).