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Bethesda, MD
Bethesda · MD 20814
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$1.6M
Median Price
45/100
Walk Score
7.3/10
Schools
25 min
to Washington, DC
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
ASafety
92/100
BSchools
73/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
DWalkability
45/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Bethesda offers top-notch schools, plenty of parks, and a solid 25‑minute commute to DC, making it a solid choice for families and professionals. The downside is the high cost of homes and rent, tight housing supply, and traffic during peak hours.
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The Good
- ✓Top-rated schools with several high‑rated institutions
- ✓Short 25‑minute commute to Washington, DC
- ✓Abundant parks and green space
- ✓Low crime rates and safe neighborhoods
Real Talk
- !Very high cost of living and home prices
- !Limited housing inventory and competitive market
- !Property taxes and insurance premiums are high
- !Weekend and weekday traffic can be heavy near major arteries
- $High property taxes for residents
- $Maintenance costs for upscale homes and amenities
- $Elevated homeowner association fees in many developments
Best For
Tech professionals and federal workersFamilies seeking quality schoolsPet owners wanting green spacesRetirees looking for upscale amenities
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Bethesda, MD
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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