What are the schools like in College Park, MD?

College Park is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district operates 139 elementary schools, 25 middle schools, and 25 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in College Park?

The median household income in College Park, MD is $76,973 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.7%.

What is the weather like in College Park, MD?

College Park has an average high temperature of 42.7°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.8 inches.

College Park, MD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is College Park, MD affordable or expensive?

College Park's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means College Park is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $404,700 and the median rent is $1,838 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in College Park, MD?

Crime rate data for College Park is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is College Park, MD a Good Place to Live?

College Park is a small city of 34,416 in Maryland, with a median household income of $76,973 and a 6.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

Strengths: College Park stands out for solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether College Park is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All College Park city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 108.6

College Park's overall cost of living index is 108.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in College Park costs roughly 9% more than the average American city.

Metric	College Park, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$404,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,838	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	40.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$76,973	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for College Park is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

College Park is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	College Park, MD	National Avg
School District	Prince George's County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	139	—
Middle Schools	25	—
High Schools	25	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	49.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

College Park sees average highs of 42.7°F in January and 87.1°F in July, with 44.0 inches of annual precipitation and 15.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	College Park, MD
Average High — January	42.7°F
Average High — July	87.1°F
Annual Precipitation	44.0"
Annual Snowfall	15.8"

Demographics

Metric	College Park, MD	National Avg
Population	34,416	—
Median Age	21.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	45.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	22.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	14.0%	18.9%
Asian	14.0%	6.3%
Under 18	9.5%	22.2%
65 and over	6.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in College Park

College Park, MD is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

20740 20742

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is College Park, MD affordable or expensive?

College Park's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts College Park roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $404,700 and median rent is $1,838/month.

What is the crime rate in College Park, MD?

Crime data for College Park is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in College Park?

Public schools in College Park are operated by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district has 139 elementary, 25 middle, and 25 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 49.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is College Park, MD a good place to live?

College Park, MD has a population of 34,416, a median household income of $76,973, and an unemployment rate of 6.7%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in College Park?

College Park averages 42.7°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.0 inches with about 15.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in College Park?

College Park, MD is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 20740, 20742.

What is the population of College Park?

The population of College Park, Maryland is 34,416 with a median age of 21.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in College Park?

Key numbers for living in College Park: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home $404,700, median household income $76,973, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare College Park side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.