Potomac

MD

Montgomery County, Maryland

Population 1.1M |Median income $132,450 |7 hospitals

Population
1,065,949
Montgomery County
Median Income
$132,450
+95% vs avg
Median Home Value
$640,300
+181% vs avg
Median Age
40.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
1.1M+8%
Median Income
$132,450+35%
Median Home Value
$640,300+43%
Poverty Rate
7.5%+12%
Unemployment
4.9%-22%

Economics

Median Rent
$2,068/mo
Poverty Rate
7.5% -47% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 60.6%
Work From Home 28.3%
Public Transit 7.5%

Population

White 42.1%
African American 18.6%
Asian 15.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
33.1%
High Blood Pressure
32.7%
Obesity
26.1%
Physical Inactivity
19.2%
Binge Drinking
13.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
12%
Diabetes
10.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.5%
Current Asthma
9.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
8.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 69.7%
Annual Checkup 77.5%

Other Measures

Current Smoking
7.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.3%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
2
★★
4
★
0
Average Rating
2.3/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
5
MEDSTAR MONTGOMERY MEDICAL CENTER
OLNEY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
SUBURBAN HOSPITAL
BETHESDA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL
SILVER SPRING · Acute Care Hospitals
★★☆☆☆
ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE WHITE OAK MEDICAL CENTER
SILVER SPRING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE SHADY GROVE MEDICAL CENTER
ROCKVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
HOLY CROSS GERMANTOWN HOSPITAL
GERMANTOWN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Potomac Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Anne Arundel County Shoreline Through Monday Night

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Western Maryland and West Virginia Through Early Saturday

NOAA · Mar 28, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Chesapeake Bay and Surrounding Maryland Waters

NOAA · Mar 24, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Tidal Potomac: Wind Gusts Over 34 Knots Expected

NOAA · Mar 24, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning for Tidal Potomac: Wind Gusts Over 34 Knots Expected

NOAA · Mar 23, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Portions of Delaware and Maryland Through 8:30 PM

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Potomac, MD? ▼
Potomac, MD has a population of 1,065,949 people, located in Montgomery County, Maryland.
What is the median household income in Potomac? ▼
The median household income in Potomac, MD is $132,450 per year. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
What is the median home value in Potomac? ▼
The median home value in Potomac, MD is $640,300. Median rent is $2,068/month.
What are the top health concerns in Potomac? ▼
The top health indicators in Potomac include Short Sleep Duration (33.1%), High Blood Pressure (32.7%), Obesity (26.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Potomac? ▼
Potomac has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 2.3/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Potomac? ▼
The median age in Potomac, MD is 40.2 years. 60.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Potomac, MD is located in Montgomery County, Maryland. With a population of 1.1M and a median household income of $132,450, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 2.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Potomac area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Montgomery County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.