District 17, Chillum, Maryland
District 17, Chillum profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 17, Chillum is a geographic entity located in Prince George's County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 87,326. The land area covers 7.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87,326 | ±2,614 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs | ±0.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 28,878 | ±914 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 30,413 | ±992 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 28,878 | ±914 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,535 | ±342 |
| Median Home Value | $393,700 | ±$14,459 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,700 | ±$29 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,462 | ±$2,521 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,547 | ±$1,150 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.1% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 13,796 | ±1,795 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.2% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 46,751 | ±1,900 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.6% | ±1.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 966,629 (2024)
ID: 166367
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUD
14741 GOVERNOR ODEN BOWIE DR, UPPER MARLBORO MD 20772-3043
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Silver Spring, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arlington, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Largo, MD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Washington, DC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Adelphi, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kensington, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alexandria, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Washington Adventist University
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College | 1.8 mi away | 7600 Flower Ave, Takoma Park, MD, 20912 |
3018914000
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HYATTSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 6502 AMERICA BLVD, HYATTSVILLE, MD, 20782 |
(301) 985-4690
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University of Maryland-College Park
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College | 1.9 mi away | College Park, MD, 20742 |
3014051000
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TAKOMA PARK MARYLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 7505 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVENUE, SUITE 20, TAKOMA PARK, MD, 20912 |
(301) 891-7259
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Montgomery Beauty School
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College Vocational | 2.5 mi away | 8736 Arliss St, Silver Spring, MD, 20901 |
3014592509
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LAMOND-RIGGS NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 5401 SOUTH DAKOTA AVENUE NE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20011 |
(202) 541-6255
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The Catholic University of America
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College | 2.9 mi away | 620 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, DC, 20064 |
2023195000
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MOUNT RAINIER BRANCH
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 3409 RHODE ISLAND AVE., MOUNT RAINIER, MD, 20712 |
(301) 864-8937
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Bennett Career Institute
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College Vocational | 2.9 mi away | 700 Monroe Street N.E., Washington, DC, 20017 |
2025261400
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LONG BRANCH
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 8800 GARLAND AVE., SILVER SPRING, MD, 20901 |
(240) 777-0910
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NATL ARBORETUM DC, MD US, located 4.0 miles from District 17, Chillum. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.7° | 27.8° | 36.2° | 3.03" | 4.7" |
| February | 47.8° | 29.5° | 38.6° | 2.77" | 2.3" |
| March | 55.9° | 36.5° | 46.2° | 3.96" | 1.4" |
| April | 67.6° | 46.4° | 57.0° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.9° | 56.6° | 66.7° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.4° | 66.1° | 75.7° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.8° | 70.9° | 80.3° | 4.62" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.4° | 68.8° | 78.6° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.7° | 61.5° | 71.6° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.9° | 49.0° | 59.4° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.4° | 38.9° | 48.6° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| December | 49.2° | 31.9° | 40.6° | 3.67" | 1.3" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chillum CDP | CDP | 0.4 mi | — |
| Hyattsville city | City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Langley Park CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| University Park town | Town | 1.5 mi | — |
| Takoma Park city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Adelphi CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2403391532. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.