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Living in Accokeek, MD

Accokeek Area Facts

  • Accokeek has a Livability Score of 58/100, which is considered below average
  • Accokeek crime rates are 39% lower than the Maryland average
  • Cost of living in Accokeek is 16% higher than the Maryland average
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Nature at Your Doorstep in Accokeek User Rating 2.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 28, 2018) Accokeek is a small town located in Southern Maryland. It's a short distance from Washington, D.C. and Alexandria, Virginia. The area's small town vibe is appealing to people looking for a simpler way of life. The affordability of housing draws people from other parts of Maryland ...Read More . The town has large tracts of wooded areas and farmland that offer beautiful views of unspoiled nature.

Recreation in Accokeek includes a lot of outdoor activities. The town has a recreation center and lots of trails for walking or biking. A popular spot is Piscataway Park. This is a huge wooded area with a variety of wildlife and nice views of the Potomac River. Neighboring towns like Waldorf are close by for shopping, as well as popular spots like the National Harbor.

Living in Accokeek is great for raising a family. The crime rate is low and it's considered a relatively safe area. Most people commute to other areas via the Indian Head Highway for work. Some of the best areas in Accokeek are around the Piscataway Park and the Potomac River. The price of land and properties in these areas can be expensive though. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Accokeek? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Accokeek Neighborhood Park
      Fort Washington Park
      Potomac Landing Park
      Tantallon Park
      Piscataway National Park
      Fox Run Neighborhood Park
      Tantallon North Neighborhood Park
      Fort Hunt Park

      Entertainment

      Food & Drink

      B & J Carry Out
      Wendy's
      Manokeek Wine and Spirits
      Subway
      Dairy Queen
      Domino's
      Subway
      McDonald's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Accokeek? Of all people who commute, 3.1% take public transportation in Accokeek.
      Drive to Work
      73%

      3% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      2% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      0%

      3% lower than the US average

      F Health & Safety

      Is Accokeek a healthy and safe place to live? No, there are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,

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