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Capitol Heights, DC
Capitol Heights · DC 20019
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Capitol Heights, Washington
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Verdict
$418K
Median Price
30/100
Walk Score
7.3/10
Schools
13 min
to Washington, DC
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
73/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
30/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
Capitol Heights offers affordable housing and decent transit to DC, but the area has low walkability, a high unemployment rate, and income levels below the national median. It’s a good option if you’re looking for cheap entry points but be prepared for limited local amenities and safety concerns.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable home prices relative to DC core
- ✓Good public transit to downtown DC
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Reasonable rental market
Real Talk
- !High unemployment rate of about 16%
- !Limited walkable services and dining options
- !Lower median income can mean less disposable income in the area
- !Crime rates may be higher than average
- $Higher property taxes in DC
- $Parking fees and limited street parking can add to living costs
- $Homeowners insurance may be more expensive for older homes
Best For
First-time buyersRentersCommute workersLow-income families
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Capitol Heights, DC
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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