What are the schools like in South Laurel, MD?

South Laurel 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 South Laurel?

The median household income in South Laurel, MD is $82,933 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.3%.

What is the weather like in South Laurel, MD?

South Laurel has an average high temperature of 42.7°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.8 inches.

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

Q: Is South Laurel, MD affordable or expensive?

South Laurel's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means South Laurel is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $430,500 and the median rent is $1,763 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in South Laurel, MD?

Crime rate data for South Laurel is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is South Laurel, MD a Good Place to Live?

South Laurel is a small city of 28,427 in Maryland, with a median household income of $82,933 and a 5.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

Strengths: South Laurel stands out for solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population.

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

All South Laurel 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

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

Metric	South Laurel, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$430,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,763	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	40.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$82,933	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

South Laurel 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	South Laurel, 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	42.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

South Laurel sees average highs of 42.7°F in January and 88.6°F in July, with 47.5 inches of annual precipitation and 15.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	South Laurel, MD
Average High — January	42.7°F
Average High — July	88.6°F
Annual Precipitation	47.5"
Annual Snowfall	15.8"

Demographics

Metric	South Laurel, MD	National Avg
Population	28,427	—
Median Age	35.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	15.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	63.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	12.6%	18.9%
Asian	5.4%	6.3%
Under 18	24.3%	22.2%
65 and over	11.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in South Laurel

South Laurel, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

20708

South Laurel vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Laurel, MD affordable or expensive?

South Laurel's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts South Laurel roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $430,500 and median rent is $1,763/month.

What is the crime rate in South Laurel, MD?

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

What are the schools like in South Laurel?

Public schools in South Laurel 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. 42.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is South Laurel, MD a good place to live?

South Laurel, MD has a population of 28,427, a median household income of $82,933, and an unemployment rate of 5.3%. 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 South Laurel?

South Laurel averages 42.7°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.5 inches with about 15.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in South Laurel?

South Laurel, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 20708.

What is the population of South Laurel?

The population of South Laurel, Maryland is 28,427 with a median age of 35.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in South Laurel?

Key numbers for living in South Laurel: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home $430,500, median household income $82,933, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare South Laurel side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.