Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
16%
Gaithersburg, MD Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,782
Population
69,785
Renter Mix
52% Rent
A Washington, D.C. suburb that offers something for everyone
Convenient
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Commuter
Welcome to Gaithersburg, a welcoming city in Montgomery County that combines suburban comfort with metropolitan convenience. Located in Montgomery County, this community offers diverse housing options, from historic homes in Olde Towne to contemporary residences in the Kentlands and Lakelands neighborhoods. The city's thoughtful development has created walkable neighborhoods with tree-lined streets, community parks, and shopping destinations. The RIO Washingtonian Center offers waterfront dining and entertainment options along its scenic lakefront setting.
Gaithersburg's outdoor spaces include Bohrer Park, home to a water park and recreation center. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) campus has established the city as a center for scientific research and technology innovation. Local history comes alive at the Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, the city's National Historic Landmark, which served as an important astronomical research facility until 1982. The community celebrates its cultural heritage through year-round festivals and events, while offering convenient access to Washington D.C. via the Shady Grove Metro station. With its mix of historic architecture and contemporary amenities, Gaithersburg provides a comfortable suburban setting just minutes from the capital.
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Demographics
Median Household Income
$101,845
Average: $127,173
Education
29,537
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
39,531
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Gaithersburg has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
52%
Non-Renters
48%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
38%
Other Education
62%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Gaithersburg, MD is $1,659 for a studio, $1,782 for one bedroom, $2,110 for two bedrooms, and $2,490 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gaithersburg has increased by 1.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,782/month
777 Sq Ft
House
$4,460/month
2,536 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,226/month
1,071 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,129/month
1,101 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Gaithersburg, MD is 35.9% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Gaithersburg is 100.1% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,659 - $2,490. You can expect to pay 10.0% more for groceries, 9.2% more for utilities, and 3.8% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Gaithersburg, MD is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
676 Students
Public
Grades K-5
676 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
698 Students
Rachel Carson Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
671 Students
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
591 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,042 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
993 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
751 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
751 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
495 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,154 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,100 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,715 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,577 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,441 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Seneca Creek State Park
- Hunters Woods Park
- Agricultural History Farm Park
- Croydon Creek Nature Center
- Black Hill Visitor Center
Transit / Subway
Military Bases
Airports
- Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
- Washington Dulles International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.