What are the schools like in Summerfield, MD?

Summerfield 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 Summerfield?

The median household income in Summerfield, MD is $90,904 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.6%.

What is the weather like in Summerfield, MD?

Summerfield has an average high temperature of 44.7°F in January and 89.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Summerfield, MD affordable or expensive?

Summerfield's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means Summerfield is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $322,300 and the median rent is $1,944 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Summerfield, MD?

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

Is Summerfield, MD a Good Place to Live?

Summerfield is a small city of 15,940 in Maryland, with a median household income of $90,904 and a 6.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

Strengths: Summerfield stands out for solid school ratings (B-).

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

All Summerfield 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

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

Metric	Summerfield, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$322,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,944	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	44.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$90,904	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Summerfield 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	Summerfield, 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	28.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Summerfield sees average highs of 44.7°F in January and 89.8°F in July, with 45.6 inches of annual precipitation and 9.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Summerfield, MD
Average High — January	44.7°F
Average High — July	89.8°F
Annual Precipitation	45.6"
Annual Snowfall	9.7"

Demographics

Metric	Summerfield, MD	National Avg
Population	15,940	—
Median Age	37.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	2.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	88.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.4%	18.9%
Asian	1.1%	6.3%
Under 18	24.2%	22.2%
65 and over	12.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Peppermill Village, MD 1 mi Landover, MD 2 mi Glenarden, MD 2 mi Seat Pleasant, MD 2 mi Cedar Heights, MD 2 mi

ZIP Codes in Summerfield

Summerfield, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

20785

Summerfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Summerfield, MD affordable or expensive?

Summerfield's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts Summerfield roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $322,300 and median rent is $1,944/month.

What is the crime rate in Summerfield, MD?

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

What are the schools like in Summerfield?

Public schools in Summerfield 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. 28.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Summerfield, MD a good place to live?

Summerfield, MD has a population of 15,940, a median household income of $90,904, and an unemployment rate of 6.6%. 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 Summerfield?

Summerfield averages 44.7°F in January and 89.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.6 inches with about 9.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Summerfield?

Summerfield, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 20785.

What is the population of Summerfield?

The population of Summerfield, Maryland is 15,940 with a median age of 37.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Summerfield?

Key numbers for living in Summerfield: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home $322,300, median household income $90,904, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Summerfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.