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Forest Heights, Maryland

town · Prince George's County

At a glance

2,642
Population
$371,700
Median home value (all homes)
23% above U.S. median
$360,371
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,484/mo
Median rent
10% above U.S. median
$98,734
Median household income
26% above U.S. median
32.5 min
Average commute
94.7%
Homes with broadband
97.2%
Locations with fiber available
10.3%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 116 — 16% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing40% above
Goods & services4% above
Utilities4% above
Taxes28% above
Insurance6% below
Commute cost20% above
For business: Maryland is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 3/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college4 mi
Nearest community college7 mi
Nearest technical college3 mi
High school graduates78.8%
College graduates25.4%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

county Prince George's County Economic Development Corp
Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation (PGCEDC) is the county's economic development organization offering business resources, incentives, site selection, incubator programs, and information on development projects to attract and support businesses in Prince George's County, Maryland.
state Maryland Department of Commerce
The Maryland Department of Commerce is the state's primary economic development agency that stimulates private investment and creates jobs by attracting new businesses, encouraging the expansion and retention of existing companies, and providing workforce training and financial assistance to Maryland companies. It also promotes Maryland’s commercial advantages and quality of life to spur economic development, international investment, trade and tourism.
state Maryland Economic Development Association
The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) enhances the knowledge and skills of its members, encourages partnerships and networking among people committed to bringing jobs and capital to Maryland, and promotes economic development as an investment in Maryland. MEDA is a nonprofit organization of economic development professionals.
state Maryland Technology Development Corporation
TEDCO provides funding, resources and connections that early-stage technology and life sciences companies need to thrive in Maryland. It identifies, invests in, and helps grow technology companies in Maryland.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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