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Suitland, MD
Census-designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland. ZIP codes: 20746, 20747.
Population
23,793
Land area
4.2sq mi
People per sq mi
5,603
ZIP codes
2
Suitland and its ZIP codes
Suitland at a glance
- Suitland is about 8.8 times as dense as Maryland as a whole.
- By population, it ranks 63rd among 527 cities and towns in Maryland.
- The median household income is $71,585, 31% below the Maryland median of $103,678.
- A typical owner-occupied home is valued at $334,800 (20% below Maryland) and median rent is $1,707 a month.
Local data for Suitland, MD
Counts from official public data
Housing and community stats
Suitland, MD, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$71,585
Poverty rate
13.5%
Median home value
$334,800
Median rent
$1,707/mo
Homeownership
36.6%
Bachelor's or higher
25.2%
Median age
39.5
Average commute
36.3 min
Largest reported origins and ancestries: Salvadoran Americans (843), Mexican Americans (301), Ethiopian Americans (240).
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Prince George's County. PPP loans are for Suitland.
Unemployment rate
4.4%
Aug 2026, -0.6 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$76,203
328,137 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$59,684
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$9.32B
FY 2026, $9,638 per person
How people get to work
Suitland, MD, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone56.7%
- Carpooled6.8%
- Public transit14.0%
- Walked1.4%
- Bicycle0.0%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other3.9%
- Worked from home17.2%
Average one-way commute: 36.3 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Suitland, MD, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Top: winter weather
Storm events since 1996
1,268
Countywide, mostly thunderstorm wind
Flood insurance policies
2,249
0.9% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
90° / 28°F
45.6 inches of rain a year
Health statistics
Share of adults in Suitland, MD, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
46.5%
U.S. 33.3% +13.2 pts
Diabetes
14.9%
U.S. 12.1% +2.8 pts
Smoking
12.4%
U.S. 12.8% about the same
Uninsured (18-64)
11.5%
U.S. 11.1% about the same
ZIP codes in Suitland
2 in or overlapping Suitland. Population shown
Cities near Suitland
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Silver HillCensus-designated place | 1 mi | 1.3 |
| Coral HillsCensus-designated place | 1.6 mi | 1.6 |
| Capitol HeightsTown | 2 mi | 0.8 |
| Hillcrest HeightsCensus-designated place | 2.1 mi | 2.5 |
| District HeightsCity | 2.1 mi | 0.9 |
| Marlow HeightsCensus-designated place | 2.3 mi | 2 |
| Maryland ParkCensus-designated place | 2.7 mi | 0.2 |
| MorningsideTown | 2.8 mi | 0.6 |
| ForestvilleCensus-designated place | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Walker MillCensus-designated place | 2.9 mi | 3 |
| Temple HillsCensus-designated place | 3 mi | 1.4 |
| Seat PleasantCity | 3.3 mi | 0.8 |
| Camp SpringsCensus-designated place | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Fairmount HeightsTown | 3.5 mi | 0.3 |
| Peppermill VillageCensus-designated place | 3.7 mi | 0.7 |
| GlassmanorCensus-designated place | 3.7 mi | 2.3 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Suitland, MD in?
- Suitland is in Prince George's County, Maryland.
- What ZIP codes are in Suitland, MD?
- ZIP codes in or overlapping Suitland include 20746, 20747.
- What is the population of Suitland, MD?
- About 23,793 people live in Suitland, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Suitland?
- Nearby places include Silver Hill (1 mi), Coral Hills (1.6 mi), Capitol Heights (2 mi), Hillcrest Heights (2.1 mi), District Heights (2.1 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023