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46,499
TOTAL POPULATION
22,531
MALE POPULATION
23,968
FEMALE POPULATION
94.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.38
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$102,878
PER CAPITA INCOME
$250,001
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$218,710
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
44.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
55.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,868
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
23,150
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Potomac

The most populous races in Potomac are White / Caucasian (29,377 | 63.2%), Asian (9,576 | 20.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (4,560 | 9.8%).
Race in Potomac
Race# Population% Population
Asian9,57620.6%
Black / African American2,6535.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific190.0%
Hispanic or Latino4,5609.8%
Native / Alaskan10.0%
White / Caucasian29,37763.2%
Two or more Races3,9688.5%
Some other Race9051.9%
Total46,499100.0%

Ancestry in Potomac

The most populous ancestries reported in Potomac are Indian (Asian) (4,523 | 9.7%), German (4,014 | 8.6%), Irish (3,655 | 7.9%), Thai (2,639 | 5.7%), and English (2,552 | 5.5%), together accounting for 37.4% of all Potomac residents.
Ancestry in Potomac
Ancestry# Population% Population
African5301.1%
Albanian120.0%
American2,3925.1%
Arab9382.0%
Argentinean6361.4%
Armenian1090.2%
Australian80.0%
Austrian3250.7%
Barbadian150.0%
Basque50.0%
Belgian2830.6%
Bhutanese2310.5%
Bolivian870.2%
Brazilian1420.3%
British3180.7%
Bulgarian520.1%
Burmese1,3612.9%
Cambodian230.1%
Canadian890.2%
Central American5741.2%
Cherokee210.1%
Chilean1120.2%
Choctaw160.0%
Colombian6181.3%
Costa Rican310.1%
Croatian70.0%
Cuban1700.4%
Czech1470.3%
Czechoslovakian550.1%
Danish1520.3%
Dominican220.1%
Dutch2630.6%
Eastern European1,4303.1%
Ecuadorian1040.2%
Egyptian1440.3%
English2,5525.5%
Ethiopian530.1%
European1,0102.2%
Filipino5251.1%
Finnish1050.2%
French9632.1%
French Canadian500.1%
German4,0148.6%
Ghanaian100.0%
Greek4400.9%
Guatemalan280.1%
Guyanese460.1%
Haitian390.1%
Honduran1050.2%
Hungarian3780.8%
Indian (Asian)4,5239.7%
Iranian1,6423.5%
Iraqi580.1%
Irish3,6557.9%
Israeli810.2%
Italian1,8774.0%
Jamaican290.1%
Japanese550.1%
Kenyan640.1%
Korean2990.6%
Laotian210.1%
Latvian830.2%
Lebanese1380.3%
Liberian100.0%
Lithuanian1630.4%
Mexican7801.7%
Mexican American Indian290.1%
Mongolian160.0%
Moroccan2790.6%
Native Hawaiian1000.2%
Navajo40.0%
Nicaraguan1050.2%
Nigerian1620.4%
Northern European1550.3%
Norwegian2490.5%
Okinawan130.0%
Pakistani910.2%
Panamanian780.2%
Peruvian3940.9%
Polish2,2914.9%
Portuguese2120.5%
Puerto Rican6031.3%
Romanian2420.5%
Russian1,9594.2%
Salvadoran2270.5%
Scandinavian350.1%
Scotch-Irish3940.9%
Scottish4561.0%
Seminole80.0%
Serbian650.1%
Sierra Leonean1060.2%
Slavic100.0%
Slovak520.1%
Slovene680.2%
South African370.1%
South American2,0874.5%
Spaniard1630.4%
Spanish610.1%
Sri Lankan3780.8%
Subsaharan African1,0742.3%
Swedish1950.4%
Swiss1040.2%
Syrian250.1%
Taiwanese240.1%
Thai2,6395.7%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian180.0%
Turkish630.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander110.0%
Ukrainian4651.0%
Venezuelan1360.3%
Vietnamese1420.3%
Welsh1490.3%
West Indian420.1%
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Immigrants in Potomac

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Potomac came from Asia (7,930 | 17.1%), Eastern Asia (3,904 | 8.4%), South Central Asia (3,080 | 6.6%), China (3,035 | 6.5%), and Europe (2,372 | 5.1%), together accounting for 43.7% of all Potomac residents.
Immigrants in Potomac
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan140.0%
Africa9632.1%
Argentina1540.3%
Asia7,93017.1%
Australia250.1%
Austria110.0%
Bangladesh1740.4%
Barbados190.0%
Belarus220.1%
Belgium980.2%
Bolivia490.1%
Brazil2840.6%
Bulgaria600.1%
Cambodia550.1%
Canada1120.2%
Caribbean1060.2%
Central America5761.2%
Chile1670.4%
China3,0356.5%
Colombia4200.9%
Costa Rica310.1%
Cuba390.1%
Czechoslovakia370.1%
Eastern Africa3080.7%
Eastern Asia3,9048.4%
Eastern Europe9332.0%
Ecuador1210.3%
Egypt1680.4%
El Salvador1610.4%
England1080.2%
Eritrea1270.3%
Ethiopia100.0%
Europe2,3725.1%
France2770.6%
Germany4270.9%
Ghana100.0%
Greece270.1%
Guatemala280.1%
Guyana240.1%
Haiti90.0%
Honduras670.1%
Hong Kong1250.3%
Hungary10.0%
India1,3212.8%
Indonesia160.0%
Iran1,1752.5%
Iraq460.1%
Ireland690.2%
Israel1170.3%
Italy280.1%
Jamaica90.0%
Japan880.2%
Kenya680.2%
Korea7191.5%
Latin America2,1554.6%
Latvia20.0%
Lebanon340.1%
Liberia100.0%
Malaysia680.2%
Mexico2190.5%
Middle Africa70.0%
Moldova290.1%
Morocco870.2%
Nepal310.1%
Netherlands330.1%
Nicaragua410.1%
Nigeria1260.3%
Northern Africa3170.7%
Northern Europe3390.7%
Norway140.0%
Oceania500.1%
Pakistan2760.6%
Panama290.1%
Peru1990.4%
Philippines1100.2%
Poland410.1%
Portugal280.1%
Romania1220.3%
Russia3220.7%
Scotland50.0%
Serbia180.0%
Sierra Leone830.2%
Singapore430.1%
South Africa370.1%
South America1,4733.2%
South Central Asia3,0806.6%
South Eastern Asia6341.4%
Southern Europe1540.3%
Spain710.2%
Sri Lanka640.1%
Switzerland1000.2%
Syria70.0%
Taiwan6781.5%
Thailand840.2%
Trinidad and Tobago300.1%
Turkey660.1%
Uganda80.0%
Ukraine2000.4%
Uruguay160.0%
Uzbekistan250.1%
Venezuela390.1%
Vietnam2580.5%
Western Africa2940.6%
Western Asia3030.6%
Western Europe9462.0%
Zaire70.0%
Zimbabwe160.0%
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Sex and Age in Potomac

Sex and Age in Potomac

The most populous age groups in Potomac are 10 to 14 Years (2,103 | 9.3%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (2,075 | 8.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Potomac
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,223 (5.4%)899 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Years1,281 (5.7%)1,399 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years2,103 (9.3%)1,485 (6.2%)
15 to 19 Years1,932 (8.6%)1,984 (8.3%)
20 to 24 Years1,054 (4.7%)857 (3.6%)
25 to 29 Years624 (2.8%)522 (2.2%)
30 to 34 Years655 (2.9%)733 (3.1%)
35 to 39 Years1,077 (4.8%)1,273 (5.3%)
40 to 44 Years1,224 (5.4%)1,527 (6.4%)
45 to 49 Years1,552 (6.9%)1,721 (7.2%)
50 to 54 Years1,843 (8.2%)2,075 (8.7%)
55 to 59 Years1,572 (7.0%)1,929 (8.1%)
60 to 64 Years1,624 (7.2%)1,714 (7.1%)
65 to 69 Years1,393 (6.2%)1,609 (6.7%)
70 to 74 Years1,240 (5.5%)1,407 (5.9%)
75 to 79 Years958 (4.3%)1,255 (5.2%)
80 to 84 Years534 (2.4%)853 (3.6%)
85 Years and over642 (2.9%)726 (3.0%)
Total22,531 (100.0%)23,968 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Potomac

Median Family Size in Potomac

The median family size in Potomac is 3.22 persons per family, with married-couple families (11,387 | 88.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.27 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (333 | 2.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.80 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Potomac
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple11,387 (88.3%)3.27
Single Male/Father333 (2.6%)2.80
Single Female/Mother1,178 (9.1%)2.86
Total Families12,898 (100.0%)3.22

Median Household Size in Potomac

The median household size in Potomac is 2.82 persons per household, with married-couple households (11,387 | 69.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.31 persons per household. non-family households (3,430 | 21.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Potomac
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple11,387 (69.7%)3.31
Single Male/Father333 (2.0%)2.89
Single Female/Mother1,178 (7.2%)2.95
Non-family3,430 (21.0%)1.16
Total Households16,328 (100.0%)2.82

Household Size by Marriage Status in Potomac

Out of a total of 16,328 households in Potomac, 12,898 (79.0%) are family households, while 3,430 (21.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,400, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,089.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Potomac
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,089 (18.9%)
2-Person Households5,400 (33.1%)253 (1.5%)
3-Person Households2,818 (17.3%)43 (0.3%)
4-Person Households3,016 (18.5%)9 (0.1%)
5-Person Households1,185 (7.3%)36 (0.2%)
6-Person Households330 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households149 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total12,898 (79.0%)3,430 (21.0%)

Female Fertility in Potomac

Fertility by Age in Potomac

Average fertility rate in Potomac is 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 61.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Potomac
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years122 (38.9%)58.0
35 to 50 years192 (61.2%)38.0
Total314 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Potomac

97.1% of women with births (314) in Potomac are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 3.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 2.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Potomac
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years118 (96.7%)4 (3.3%)
35 to 50 years187 (97.4%)5 (2.6%)
Total305 (97.1%)9 (2.9%)

Fertility by Education in Potomac

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Potomac
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma9 (2.9%)25.0
College or Associate's Degree3 (1.0%)3.0
Bachelor's Degree98 (31.2%)40.0
Graduate Degree204 (65.0%)61.0
Total314 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Potomac

2.9% of women with births in Potomac are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Potomac
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree204 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total305 (97.1%)9 (2.9%)

Income in Potomac

Income Overview in Potomac

Per Capita Income in Potomac is $102,878, while median incomes of families and households are $250,001 and $218,710 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income46,499$102,878
Median Family Income12,898$250,001
Mean Family Income12,898$330,681
Median Household Income16,328$218,710
Mean Household Income16,328$287,918
Income Deficit12,898$9,868
Wage / Income Gap (%)46,49944.59%
Wage / Income Gap ($)46,49955.41¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index46,4990.46

Earnings by Sex in Potomac

Average Earnings in Potomac are $104,524, $134,299 for men and $74,421 for women, a difference of 44.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Potomac
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male12,859 (51.8%)$134,299
Female11,973 (48.2%)$74,421
Total24,832 (100.0%)$104,524

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Potomac

The most common earnings brackets in Potomac are $100,000+ for men (7,743 | 60.2%) and $100,000+ for women (4,937 | 41.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Potomac
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less539 (4.2%)840 (7.0%)
$2,500 to $4,999279 (2.2%)437 (3.6%)
$5,000 to $7,499192 (1.5%)512 (4.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999226 (1.8%)233 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $12,499329 (2.6%)294 (2.5%)
$12,500 to $14,999164 (1.3%)193 (1.6%)
$15,000 to $17,499137 (1.1%)214 (1.8%)
$17,500 to $19,999148 (1.1%)155 (1.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499104 (0.8%)163 (1.4%)
$22,500 to $24,999214 (1.7%)229 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $29,999257 (2.0%)334 (2.8%)
$30,000 to $34,999191 (1.5%)431 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $39,999121 (0.9%)312 (2.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999115 (0.9%)260 (2.2%)
$45,000 to $49,999351 (2.7%)196 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99992 (0.7%)276 (2.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999310 (2.4%)578 (4.8%)
$65,000 to $74,999428 (3.3%)342 (2.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999919 (7.1%)1,037 (8.7%)
$100,000+7,743 (60.2%)4,937 (41.2%)
Total12,859 (100.0%)11,973 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Potomac

Average earnings in Potomac are $154,235 for men and $94,010 for women, a difference of 39.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $183,074, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $59,904. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $116,466, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $26,458.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Potomac
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$95,417$31,696
College or Associate's Degree$59,904$36,250
Bachelor's Degree$105,227$69,119
Graduate Degree$183,074$116,466
Total$154,235$94,010

Family Income in Potomac

Family Income Brackets in Potomac

According to the Potomac family income data, there are 8,319 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 64.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 77 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Potomac
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001030.8%
$10,000 to $14,999770.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991931.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991030.8%
$35,000 to $49,9991811.4%
$50,000 to $74,9996455.0%
$75,000 to $99,9995294.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991,29010.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991,47011.4%
$200,000+8,31964.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Potomac

3-person families (2,780 | 21.5%) account for the highest median family income in Potomac with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (5,502 | 42.7%) have the highest median income of $117,250 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Potomac
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families5,502 (42.7%)$234,500
3-Person Families2,780 (21.5%)$250,001
4-Person Families3,135 (24.3%)$250,001
5-Person Families1,073 (8.3%)$250,001
6-Person Families281 (2.2%)$250,001
7+ Person Families127 (1.0%)$209,787
Total12,898 (100.0%)$250,001

Family Income by Number of Earners in Potomac

The median family income in Potomac is $250,001, with families comprising 2 earners (6,020) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (1,781) have the lowest median family income of $152,535, accounting for 46.7% and 13.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Potomac
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,781 (13.8%)$152,535
1 Earner3,280 (25.4%)$194,889
2 Earners6,020 (46.7%)$250,001
3+ Earners1,817 (14.1%)$250,001
Total12,898 (100.0%)$250,001

Household Income in Potomac

Household Income Brackets in Potomac

With 8,882 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Potomac, accounting for 54.4% of all households. In contrast, only 180 households (1.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Potomac
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003762.3%
$10,000 to $14,9991801.1%
$15,000 to $24,9993432.1%
$25,000 to $34,9992451.5%
$35,000 to $49,9995223.2%
$50,000 to $74,9991,2577.7%
$75,000 to $99,9998985.5%
$100,000 to $149,9991,79611.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991,81211.1%
$200,000+8,88254.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Potomac

The median household income in Potomac is $218,710, with the highest median household income of $250,001 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 7,098 households (43.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 39 households (0.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Potomac
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years39 (0.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years3,165 (19.4%)$234,560
45 to 64 Years7,098 (43.5%)$250,001
65+ Years6,026 (36.9%)$158,286
Total16,328 (100.0%)$218,710

Poverty in Potomac

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Potomac

With 3.0% poverty level for males and 4.5% for females among the residents of Potomac, 15 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 38 males (8.4%) and 316 females (10.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Potomac
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (0.4%)35 (3.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)9 (4.3%)
6 to 11 Years70 (3.9%)35 (2.0%)
12 to 14 Years48 (3.7%)10 (1.1%)
15 Years38 (8.4%)19 (5.0%)
16 and 17 Years19 (2.1%)18 (1.9%)
18 to 24 Years97 (6.0%)57 (3.8%)
25 to 34 Years27 (2.1%)84 (6.7%)
35 to 44 Years21 (0.9%)67 (2.4%)
45 to 54 Years103 (3.0%)132 (3.5%)
55 to 64 Years76 (2.4%)101 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years104 (4.0%)316 (10.5%)
75 Years and over64 (3.0%)174 (6.5%)
Total672 (3.0%)1,057 (4.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Potomac

According to the poverty statistics in Potomac, males aged 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 98.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Potomac
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,196 (99.6%)858 (96.1%)
5 Years287 (100.0%)198 (95.7%)
6 to 11 Years1,720 (96.1%)1,720 (98.0%)
12 to 14 Years1,244 (96.3%)864 (98.9%)
15 Years416 (91.6%)358 (95.0%)
16 and 17 Years899 (97.9%)950 (98.1%)
18 to 24 Years1,516 (94.0%)1,439 (96.2%)
25 to 34 Years1,252 (97.9%)1,171 (93.3%)
35 to 44 Years2,280 (99.1%)2,733 (97.6%)
45 to 54 Years3,289 (97.0%)3,641 (96.5%)
55 to 64 Years3,110 (97.6%)3,513 (97.2%)
65 to 74 Years2,499 (96.0%)2,690 (89.5%)
75 Years and over2,065 (97.0%)2,496 (93.5%)
Total21,773 (97.0%)22,631 (95.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Potomac

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Potomac show that 1.8% or 199 of the total 11,387 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.2%, comprising of 133 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Potomac
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children5,935 (97.8%)133 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children4,615 (98.6%)66 (1.4%)
3 or 4 Children597 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11,188 (98.3%)199 (1.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Potomac

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Potomac
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)35 (6.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)27 (5.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)40 (41.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)102 (8.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Potomac

The poverty data for Potomac shows that 199 of the married-couple family households (1.8%) and 102 of the single-parent households (6.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 133 households (2.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 household (32.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Potomac
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children133 (2.2%)35 (4.5%)
1 or 2 Children66 (1.4%)27 (4.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)40 (32.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total199 (1.8%)102 (6.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Potomac

Employment by Class of Employer in Potomac

Among the 21,902 employed individuals in Potomac, private company employees (10,252 | 46.8%), federal government employees (3,736 | 17.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (2,746 | 12.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Potomac
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees10,25246.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,18810.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,5897.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,74612.5%
Local Government Employees8553.9%
State Government Employees4672.1%
Federal Government Employees3,73617.1%
Unpaid Family Workers690.3%
Total21,902100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Potomac

According to the labor force statistics for Potomac, out of the total population over 16 years of age (37,278), 62.1% or 23,150 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 972 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 91.3% or 4,657 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.7% or 138 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Potomac
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years685 (22.2%)42 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years1,085 (56.8%)138 (12.7%)
25 to 29 Years986 (86.0%)114 (11.6%)
30 to 34 Years1,214 (87.5%)46 (3.8%)
35 to 44 Years4,657 (91.3%)154 (3.3%)
45 to 54 Years6,278 (87.3%)257 (4.1%)
55 to 59 Years2,832 (80.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years2,330 (69.8%)179 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,390 (42.3%)31 (1.3%)
75 Years and over696 (14.0%)15 (2.2%)
Total23,150 (62.1%)972 (4.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Potomac

According to labor force statistics for Potomac, 84.5% of individuals (18,307) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (21,665) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 751 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.5% or 16,404 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.9% or 131 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Potomac
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School234 (60.0%)13 (3.4%)
High School Diploma462 (77.9%)50 (8.4%)
College / Associate Degree1,203 (70.0%)187 (10.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher16,404 (86.5%)664 (3.5%)
Total18,307 (84.5%)888 (4.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Potomac

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Potomac are Community & Social Service (4,368 | 19.8%), Management (4,057 | 18.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (3,889 | 17.6%), Business & Financial (2,319 | 10.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,218 | 10.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Potomac

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Potomac, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (68.3%), Legal Services & Support (65.4%), and Management (61.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (77.7%), Education, Arts & Media (65.5%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (60.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Potomac
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,477 (61.1%)1,580 (39.0%)
Business & Financial1,253 (54.0%)1,066 (46.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2,325 (59.8%)1,564 (40.2%)
Computers & Mathematics1,386 (68.3%)644 (31.7%)
Architecture & Engineering217 (53.6%)188 (46.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science722 (49.7%)732 (50.3%)
Community & Social Service 2,001 (45.8%)2,367 (54.2%)
Education, Arts & Media106 (34.5%)201 (65.5%)
Legal Services & Support1,301 (65.4%)689 (34.6%)
Education Instruction & Library296 (22.3%)1,029 (77.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment298 (40.0%)448 (60.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,171 (52.8%)1,047 (47.2%)
Health Technologists1,078 (54.2%)910 (45.8%)
Total (Category)9,227 (54.8%)7,624 (45.2%)
Total (Overall)11,620 (52.5%)10,502 (47.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Potomac are Food Preparation & Serving (466 | 2.1%), Personal Care & Service (451 | 2.0%), Security & Protection (316 | 1.4%), Healthcare Support (267 | 1.2%), and Law Enforcement (233 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Potomac

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Potomac, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (95.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (81.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (92.0%), Healthcare Support (79.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (62.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Potomac
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support55 (20.6%)212 (79.4%)
Security & Protection301 (95.3%)15 (4.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention68 (81.9%)15 (18.1%)
Law Enforcement233 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving177 (38.0%)289 (62.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance116 (57.1%)87 (42.9%)
Personal Care & Service36 (8.0%)415 (92.0%)
Total (Category)685 (40.2%)1,018 (59.8%)
Total (Overall)11,620 (52.5%)10,502 (47.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Potomac are Sales & Related (1,874 | 8.5%), and Office & Administration (1,157 | 5.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Potomac

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Potomac
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related953 (50.8%)921 (49.1%)
Office & Administration264 (22.8%)893 (77.2%)
Total (Category)1,217 (40.2%)1,814 (59.9%)
Total (Overall)11,620 (52.5%)10,502 (47.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Potomac are Construction & Extraction (155 | 0.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (118 | 0.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5 | 0.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Potomac

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Potomac
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair96 (81.4%)22 (18.6%)
Total (Category)256 (92.1%)22 (7.9%)
Total (Overall)11,620 (52.5%)10,502 (47.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Potomac are Transportation (129 | 0.6%), Production (85 | 0.4%), and Material Moving (45 | 0.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Potomac

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Potomac
OccupationMaleFemale
Production70 (82.4%)15 (17.6%)
Transportation129 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving36 (80.0%)9 (20.0%)
Total (Category)235 (90.7%)24 (9.3%)
Total (Overall)11,620 (52.5%)10,502 (47.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Potomac

Employment Industries in Potomac

The major employment industries in Potomac include Professional & Scientific (5,403 | 24.4%), Public Administration (3,458 | 15.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,028 | 13.7%), Educational Services (1,864 | 8.4%), and Finance & Insurance (1,801 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in Potomac

Employment Industries by Sex in Potomac

The Potomac industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (92.7%), and Construction (90.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (70.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (60.5%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (60.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Potomac
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting23 (74.2%)8 (25.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction404 (90.0%)45 (10.0%)
Manufacturing331 (60.3%)218 (39.7%)
Wholesale Trade221 (63.9%)125 (36.1%)
Retail Trade562 (50.6%)548 (49.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing215 (92.7%)17 (7.3%)
Utilities40 (70.2%)17 (29.8%)
Information304 (50.7%)296 (49.3%)
Finance & Insurance1,334 (74.1%)467 (25.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing321 (45.0%)392 (55.0%)
Professional & Scientific3,250 (60.2%)2,153 (39.9%)
Enterprise Management18 (58.1%)13 (41.9%)
Administrative & Support172 (53.7%)148 (46.3%)
Educational Services557 (29.9%)1,307 (70.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,233 (40.7%)1,795 (59.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation119 (39.9%)179 (60.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services316 (39.6%)483 (60.5%)
Public Administration1,760 (50.9%)1,698 (49.1%)
Total11,620 (52.5%)10,502 (47.5%)

Education in Potomac

School Enrollment in Potomac

The most common levels of schooling among the 12,492 students in Potomac are high school (3,698 | 29.6%), middle school (2,831 | 22.7%), and elementary school (2,279 | 18.2%).
School Enrollment in Potomac
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool9417.5%
Kindergarten4383.5%
Elementary School2,27918.2%
Middle School2,83122.7%
High School3,69829.6%
College / Undergraduate1,65813.3%
Graduate / Professional6475.2%
Total12,492100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Potomac

Out of a total of 12,492 students who are enrolled in schools in Potomac, 3,673 (29.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,819 (70.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 512 (74.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,977 (85.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Potomac
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds180 (26.0%)512 (74.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,858 (70.6%)774 (29.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,977 (85.1%)520 (14.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,968 (74.3%)682 (25.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds712 (65.7%)371 (34.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds649 (55.9%)512 (44.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds193 (62.1%)118 (37.9%)
35 Years and over284 (60.9%)182 (39.1%)
Total8,819 (70.6%)3,673 (29.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Potomac

Business (5,022 | 16.9%), social sciences (4,851 | 16.3%), engineering (2,849 | 9.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (2,673 | 9.0%), and science & technology (1,889 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 29,725 individuals in Potomac who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Potomac
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,7215.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2,6739.0%
Physical & Health Sciences1,6095.4%
Psychology1,4274.8%
Social Sciences4,85116.3%
Engineering2,8499.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies1930.6%
Science & Technology1,8896.4%
Business5,02216.9%
Education1,7635.9%
Literature & Languages1,7455.9%
Liberal Arts & History1,7405.9%
Visual & Performing Arts8803.0%
Communications7642.6%
Arts & Humanities5992.0%
Total29,725100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Potomac

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Potomac

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Potomac are males with 2 vehicles (5,975, accounting for 51.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (4,789, making up 57.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Potomac
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle109 (0.9%)180 (1.7%)
1 Vehicle1,087 (9.4%)1,439 (14.0%)
2 Vehicles5,975 (51.7%)4,789 (46.4%)
3 Vehicles3,281 (28.4%)2,990 (29.0%)
4 Vehicles846 (7.3%)608 (5.9%)
5 or more Vehicles264 (2.3%)311 (3.0%)
Total11,562 (100.0%)10,317 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Potomac

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Potomac are 30 to 34 minutes (2,378 commuters, 15.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (2,332 commuters, 14.7%), and 45 to 59 minutes (2,300 commuters, 14.5%).
Commute Time in Potomac
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2811.8%
5 to 9 Minutes7094.5%
10 to 14 Minutes1,3548.5%
15 to 19 Minutes2,05212.9%
20 to 24 Minutes2,33214.7%
25 to 29 Minutes7494.7%
30 to 34 Minutes2,37815.0%
35 to 39 Minutes7694.9%
40 to 44 Minutes1,1477.2%
45 to 59 Minutes2,30014.5%
60 to 89 Minutes1,4449.1%
90 or more Minutes3412.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Potomac

The most common commute times in Potomac are 45 to 59 minutes (1,474 commuters, 17.4%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (1,140 commuters, 15.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Potomac
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes102 (1.2%)179 (2.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes237 (2.8%)472 (6.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes587 (6.9%)767 (10.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes948 (11.2%)1,104 (14.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,192 (14.1%)1,140 (15.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes425 (5.0%)324 (4.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,335 (15.8%)1,043 (14.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes465 (5.5%)304 (4.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes616 (7.3%)531 (7.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,474 (17.4%)826 (11.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes771 (9.1%)673 (9.1%)
90 or more Minutes305 (3.6%)36 (0.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Potomac

The most frequent times of departure to work in Potomac are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,582, 18.7%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,496, 20.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Potomac
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM88 (1.0%)39 (0.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM131 (1.5%)65 (0.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM66 (0.8%)50 (0.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM261 (3.1%)305 (4.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM544 (6.4%)384 (5.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,299 (15.4%)856 (11.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,370 (16.2%)1,240 (16.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,582 (18.7%)1,496 (20.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM982 (11.6%)849 (11.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,320 (15.6%)948 (12.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM327 (3.9%)588 (8.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM91 (1.1%)96 (1.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM263 (3.1%)370 (5.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM133 (1.6%)113 (1.5%)
Total8,457 (100.0%)7,399 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Potomac

Occupancy by Ownership in Potomac

Of the total 16,328 dwellings in Potomac, owner-occupied units account for 13,913 (85.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,415 (14.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Potomac
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units13,91385.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,41514.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units16,328100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Potomac

Occupancy by Household Size in Potomac
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,08918.9%
2-Person Household5,65334.6%
3-Person Household2,86117.5%
4+ Person Household4,72528.9%
Total Housing Units16,328100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Potomac

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Potomac
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,220 (71.9%)869 (28.1%)
2-Person Household4,994 (88.3%)659 (11.7%)
3-Person Household2,422 (84.7%)439 (15.3%)
4+ Person Household4,277 (90.5%)448 (9.5%)
Total Housing Units13,913 (85.2%)2,415 (14.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Potomac

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Potomac
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School114 (69.1%)51 (30.9%)
High School Diploma145 (46.2%)169 (53.8%)
College/Associate Degree910 (69.3%)404 (30.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher12,744 (87.7%)1,791 (12.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Potomac

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Potomac
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8215.0%
35 to 44 Years2,38314.6%
45 to 54 Years3,54321.7%
55 to 64 Years3,55521.8%
65 to 74 Years3,10619.0%
75 to 84 Years2,11312.9%
85 Years and Over8074.9%
Total16,328100.0%

Housing Finances in Potomac

Median Income by Occupancy in Potomac

Median Income by Occupancy in Potomac
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied13,913 (85.2%)$243,966
Renter-Occupied2,415 (14.8%)$89,215
Average16,328 (100.0%)$218,710

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Potomac

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Potomac
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00085 (0.6%)73 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $9,999153 (1.1%)63 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $14,999107 (0.8%)78 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $19,999122 (0.9%)42 (1.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99975 (0.5%)107 (4.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999194 (1.4%)51 (2.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999371 (2.7%)153 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999729 (5.2%)535 (22.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999739 (5.3%)156 (6.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,495 (10.7%)306 (12.7%)
$150,000 or more9,843 (70.8%)851 (35.2%)
Total13,913 (100.0%)2,415 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Potomac

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Potomac
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3007 (0.1%)118 (4.9%)
$300 to $499111 (0.8%)34 (1.4%)
$500 to $799247 (1.8%)51 (2.1%)
$800 to $999634 (4.6%)52 (2.1%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,903 (13.7%)264 (10.9%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,571 (11.3%)245 (10.1%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,259 (9.0%)238 (9.9%)
$2,500 to $2,999995 (7.1%)271 (11.2%)
$3,000 or more7,186 (51.6%)822 (34.0%)
Total13,913 (100.0%)2,415 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Potomac

Housing Structures in Potomac

Housing Structures in Potomac
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached11,46670.2%
Single Unit, Attached2,36614.5%
2 Unit Apartments250.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments900.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1921.2%
10 or more Apartments2,16913.3%
Mobile Home / Other200.1%
Total16,328100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Potomac

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Potomac
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached10,994 (95.9%)472 (4.1%)
Single Unit, Attached1,786 (75.5%)580 (24.5%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments12 (13.3%)78 (86.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments100 (52.1%)92 (47.9%)
10 or more Apartments1,001 (46.2%)1,168 (53.8%)
Mobile Home / Other20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13,913 (85.2%)2,415 (14.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Potomac

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Potomac
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room59 (0.4%)130 (5.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms178 (1.3%)499 (20.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,131 (8.1%)804 (33.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,785 (12.8%)484 (20.0%)
8 or more Rooms10,760 (77.3%)498 (20.6%)
Total13,913 (100.0%)2,415 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Potomac

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Potomac
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas9,770 (70.2%)1,113 (46.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas227 (1.6%)14 (0.6%)
Electricity3,148 (22.6%)1,235 (51.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene614 (4.4%)10 (0.4%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels111 (0.8%)9 (0.4%)
No Fuel Used43 (0.3%)34 (1.4%)
Total13,913 (100.0%)2,415 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Potomac

Household Vehicle Usage in Potomac
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle154 (1.1%)379 (15.7%)
1 Vehicle2,874 (20.7%)1,085 (44.9%)
2 Vehicles6,940 (49.9%)746 (30.9%)
3 or more Vehicles3,945 (28.3%)205 (8.5%)
Total13,913 (100.0%)2,415 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Potomac

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Potomac

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units4,9338,980
Median Property Value$1,052,400$1,040,200
Median Household Income$179,963$6,991
Monthly Housing Costs$1,452$6,852
Real Estate Taxes$10,001$83

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Potomac

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Potomac
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0008 (0.2%)110 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $99,9999 (0.2%)11 (0.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999144 (2.9%)378 (4.2%)
$300,000 to $499,999217 (4.4%)405 (4.5%)
$500,000 to $749,999452 (9.2%)902 (10.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9991,409 (28.6%)2,405 (26.8%)
$1,000,000 or more2,694 (54.6%)4,769 (53.1%)
Total4,933 (100.0%)8,980 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Potomac

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Potomac
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000205 (4.2%)113 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999192 (3.9%)33 (0.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999114 (2.3%)112 (1.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999222 (4.5%)80 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999416 (8.4%)149 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999314 (6.4%)313 (3.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999618 (12.5%)425 (4.7%)
$150,000 or more2,852 (57.8%)877 (9.8%)
Total4,933 (100.0%)8,980 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Potomac

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Potomac
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x663 (13.4%)250,001 (2,784.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x653 (13.2%)1,196 (13.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x512 (10.4%)1,978 (22.0%)
4.0x or more3,065 (62.1%)1,653 (18.4%)
Total4,933 (100.0%)8,980 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Potomac

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Potomac
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80049 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49984 (1.7%)99 (1.1%)
$800 to $1,4994,770 (96.7%)147 (1.6%)
Total4,933 (100.0%)8,980 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Potomac

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potomac

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potomac
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,597 (99.1%)24 (0.9%)
6 to 18 Years9,205 (99.2%)74 (0.8%)
19 to 25 Years2,443 (97.0%)76 (3.0%)
26 to 34 Years2,304 (99.1%)22 (0.9%)
35 to 44 Years4,957 (97.6%)123 (2.4%)
45 to 54 Years6,935 (97.4%)189 (2.6%)
55 to 64 Years6,555 (96.4%)245 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years5,576 (99.4%)33 (0.6%)
75 Years and older4,779 (99.6%)20 (0.4%)
Total45,351 (98.3%)806 (1.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Potomac

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Potomac
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,597 (99.1%)24 (0.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen9,205 (99.2%)74 (0.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen2,443 (97.0%)76 (3.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Potomac

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Potomac
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,467 (93.4%)104 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,114 (97.4%)30 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,407 (98.1%)46 (1.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,797 (94.2%)110 (5.8%)
$100,000 and over38,472 (98.7%)507 (1.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potomac

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potomac
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 669 (2.6%)2,541 (97.0%)
6 to 18 Years385 (4.2%)8,883 (95.7%)
19 to 25 Years110 (4.4%)2,401 (95.3%)
25 to 34 Years205 (8.8%)2,110 (90.7%)
35 to 44 Years246 (4.8%)4,780 (94.1%)
45 to 54 Years328 (4.6%)6,727 (94.4%)
55 to 64 Years424 (6.2%)6,254 (92.0%)
65 to 74 Years4,912 (87.6%)3,959 (70.6%)
75 Years and over4,725 (98.5%)3,431 (71.5%)
Total11,404 (24.7%)41,086 (89.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Potomac

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Potomac
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years234 (4.9%)113 (2.7%)
18 to 34 Years131 (4.5%)72 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years623 (7.0%)723 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years241 (9.3%)284 (9.5%)
75 Years and over618 (29.0%)1,033 (38.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Potomac

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Potomac: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (0.3%)30 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years5 (0.2%)12 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years134 (1.5%)218 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years177 (6.8%)115 (3.8%)
75 Years and over323 (15.2%)400 (15.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Potomac: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years54 (1.1%)23 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years32 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years65 (0.7%)96 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years3 (0.1%)11 (0.4%)
75 Years and over65 (3.0%)250 (9.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Potomac: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years140 (2.9%)30 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years84 (2.9%)44 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years132 (1.5%)169 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years52 (2.0%)46 (1.5%)
75 Years and over122 (5.7%)411 (15.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Potomac: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)21 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years348 (3.9%)372 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years95 (3.6%)149 (5.0%)
75 Years and over346 (16.3%)774 (29.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Potomac: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years39 (0.8%)30 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years29 (1.0%)6 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years75 (0.9%)47 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years26 (1.0%)62 (2.1%)
75 Years and over203 (9.5%)420 (15.7%)

Technology Access in Potomac

Computing Device Access in Potomac

Computing Device Access in Potomac
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop15,78696.7%
Smartphone15,43894.6%
Tablet13,48282.6%
No Computing Device1090.7%
Total16,328100.0%

Internet Access in Potomac

Internet Access in Potomac
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet80.1%
Broadband Home15,21093.1%
Cellular Data Only7234.4%
Satellite Internet6273.8%
No Internet3252.0%
Total16,328100.0%

Potomac Summary

Potomac, Maryland is a small, affluent community located in Montgomery County, Maryland, just outside of Washington, D.C. It is a popular residential area for those who work in the nation’s capital, and is known for its beautiful scenery and high quality of life.

History

The area now known as Potomac was originally inhabited by the Piscataway Indians, who lived in the area for centuries before the arrival of European settlers. The first Europeans to settle in the area were English colonists, who arrived in the late 1600s. The area was originally part of the Province of Maryland, and was known as “Potomoke”, which is derived from the Algonquian word for “a place where people trade”.
In the late 1700s, the area was divided into two separate townships, known as “Upper Potomac” and “Lower Potomac”. The two townships were later combined to form the Town of Potomac, which was officially incorporated in 1878.

Geography

Potomac is located in Montgomery County, Maryland, just outside of Washington, D.C. It is bordered by the Potomac River to the north, the C&O Canal to the east, and the City of Rockville to the south. The area is mostly residential, with some commercial and industrial areas.
The terrain of Potomac is mostly hilly, with some flat areas. The highest point in the area is the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain, which is located just outside of the town. The area is also home to several parks and nature preserves, including the Potomac River National Wildlife Refuge and the Great Falls National Park.

Economy

The economy of Potomac is largely based on the service industry, with many residents employed in the government, education, and healthcare sectors. The area is also home to several large corporations, including Marriott International, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman.
The median household income in Potomac is $150,000, which is significantly higher than the national average. The unemployment rate in the area is also lower than the national average, at just 3.2%.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Potomac was 45,744. The racial makeup of the area is predominantly white (77.3%), with smaller percentages of African Americans (14.2%), Asians (4.7%), and Hispanics (2.7%).
The median age in Potomac is 44.7, and the median household income is $150,000. The area is also home to a large number of college-educated residents, with over 70% of the population having a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Conclusion

Potomac, Maryland is a small, affluent community located in Montgomery County, Maryland, just outside of Washington, D.C. It is a popular residential area for those who work in the nation’s capital, and is known for its beautiful scenery and high quality of life. The economy of Potomac is largely based on the service industry, with many residents employed in the government, education, and healthcare sectors. The population of Potomac is predominantly white, with a median age of 44.7 and a median household income of $150,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Potomac?
Total Population of Potomac is 46,499.
What is the Total Male Population of Potomac?
Total Male Population of Potomac is 22,531.
What is the Total Female Population of Potomac?
Total Female Population of Potomac is 23,968.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Potomac?
There are 94.00 Males per 100 Females in Potomac.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Potomac?
There are 106.38 Females per 100 Males in Potomac.
What is the Median Population Age in Potomac?
Median Population Age in Potomac is 47.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Potomac
Average Family Size in Potomac is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Potomac
Average Household Size in Potomac is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Potomac?
Per Capita income in Potomac is $102,878.
What is the Median Family Income in Potomac?
Median Family Income in Potomac is $250,001.
What is the Median Household income in Potomac?
Median Household Income in Potomac is $218,710.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Potomac?
Income or Wage Gap in Potomac is 44.6%.
Women in Potomac earn 55.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Potomac?
Family Income Deficit in Potomac is $9,868.
Families that are below poverty line in Potomac earn $9,868 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Potomac?
Inequality or Gini Index in Potomac is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Potomac?
There are 23,150 People in the Labor Forcein in Potomac.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Potomac?
62.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Potomac.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Potomac?
Unemployment Rate in Potomac is 4.2%.