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Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring · Montgomery County · MD 20901
Updated October 28, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$590K
Median Price
87/100
Walk Score
6.4/10
Schools
24 min
to Washington, DC
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
64/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
B+Walkability
87/100
WYLT Score66/100
Our Take
Silver Spring offers a vibrant downtown with plenty of restaurants and a decent school system, but it’s pricey and the walkability is low. It’s a solid spot for young professionals who can afford the cost and enjoy the DC commute.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public transit options to Washington, DC
- ✓Vibrant downtown with plenty of restaurants, bars, and cultural venues
- ✓Good public schools and access to higher‑education institutions
- ✓Diverse, multicultural community
Real Talk
- !High cost of living—home prices and rents outpace median income
- !Traffic congestion and limited parking make daily commutes and errands stressful
- !Crime rates are higher than some nearby suburbs, especially for property theft
- !Limited walkability and bike infrastructure means most people need a car
- $High property taxes for Montgomery County residents
- $Parking fees at work or in downtown can add several hundred dollars a month
- $Utilities and internet can be higher than state averages due to demand
Best For
Young professionalsFamilies with school‑age kidsStudents and near‑studentsCreative artists and entrepreneurs
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Silver Spring, MD
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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