Forest Heights, MD
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2,641
TOTAL POPULATION
1,247
MALE POPULATION
1,394
FEMALE POPULATION
89.45
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.79
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.3
MEDIAN AGE
4.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,819
PER CAPITA INCOME
$108,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$94,555
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,270
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Forest Heights
The most populous races in Forest Heights are Black / African American (1,355 | 51.3%), Hispanic or Latino (833 | 31.5%), and Some other Race (664 | 25.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 67 | 2.5% |
| Black / African American | 1,355 | 51.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 833 | 31.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 1 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 354 | 13.4% |
| Two or more Races | 200 | 7.6% |
| Some other Race | 664 | 25.1% |
| Total | 2,641 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Forest Heights
The most populous ancestries reported in Forest Heights are Central American (489 | 18.5%), Salvadoran (257 | 9.7%), South American (194 | 7.3%), Honduran (167 | 6.3%), and Bolivian (126 | 4.8%), together accounting for 46.7% of all Forest Heights residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 27 | 1.0% |
| American | 44 | 1.7% |
| Arab | 5 | 0.2% |
| Argentinean | 62 | 2.4% |
| Bhutanese | 7 | 0.3% |
| Bolivian | 126 | 4.8% |
| British | 12 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 489 | 18.5% |
| Cherokee | 7 | 0.3% |
| Creek | 7 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 16 | 0.6% |
| English | 71 | 2.7% |
| Estonian | 6 | 0.2% |
| European | 5 | 0.2% |
| German | 33 | 1.3% |
| Ghanaian | 4 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 65 | 2.5% |
| Haitian | 9 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 167 | 6.3% |
| Irish | 69 | 2.6% |
| Italian | 119 | 4.5% |
| Korean | 72 | 2.7% |
| Moroccan | 5 | 0.2% |
| Peruvian | 6 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 12 | 0.4% |
| Russian | 97 | 3.7% |
| Salvadoran | 257 | 9.7% |
| Slovak | 6 | 0.2% |
| South American | 194 | 7.3% |
| Sri Lankan | 4 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 31 | 1.2% |
| Swedish | 27 | 1.0% |
| Thai | 4 | 0.2% |
| West Indian | 5 | 0.2% | View All 34 Rows |
Immigrants in Forest Heights
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Forest Heights came from Latin America (511 | 19.4%), Central America (373 | 14.1%), El Salvador (245 | 9.3%), South America (138 | 5.2%), and Honduras (78 | 2.9%), together accounting for 50.9% of all Forest Heights residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 33 | 1.3% |
| Argentina | 62 | 2.4% |
| Asia | 40 | 1.5% |
| Bolivia | 70 | 2.6% |
| Central America | 373 | 14.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 29 | 1.1% |
| El Salvador | 245 | 9.3% |
| England | 5 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 45 | 1.7% |
| Guatemala | 50 | 1.9% |
| Honduras | 78 | 2.9% |
| India | 4 | 0.2% |
| Japan | 2 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 511 | 19.4% |
| Middle Africa | 6 | 0.2% |
| Morocco | 11 | 0.4% |
| Northern Africa | 11 | 0.4% |
| Northern Europe | 16 | 0.6% |
| Peru | 6 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 30 | 1.1% |
| Russia | 29 | 1.1% |
| South America | 138 | 5.2% |
| South Central Asia | 4 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 34 | 1.3% |
| Sweden | 11 | 0.4% |
| Vietnam | 4 | 0.2% |
| Western Africa | 16 | 0.6% | View All 28 Rows |
Sex and Age in Forest Heights
Sex and Age in Forest Heights
The most populous age groups in Forest Heights are 60 to 64 Years (162 | 13.0%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (183 | 13.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 51 (4.1%) | 27 (1.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 133 (10.7%) | 141 (10.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 99 (7.9%) | 139 (10.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 62 (5.0%) | 68 (4.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 131 (10.5%) | 46 (3.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 77 (6.2%) | 44 (3.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 19 (1.5%) | 57 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 118 (9.5%) | 183 (13.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 87 (7.0%) | 45 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 46 (3.7%) | 109 (7.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 62 (5.0%) | 70 (5.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 38 (3.0%) | 61 (4.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 162 (13.0%) | 74 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 20 (1.6%) | 98 (7.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 61 (4.9%) | 87 (6.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 36 (2.9%) | 66 (4.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 22 (1.8%) | 70 (5.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 23 (1.8%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| Total | 1,247 (100.0%) | 1,394 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Forest Heights
Median Family Size in Forest Heights
The median family size in Forest Heights is 3.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (357 | 60.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.21 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (199 | 33.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.62 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 357 (60.0%) | 4.21 |
| Single Male/Father | 39 (6.6%) | 3.74 |
| Single Female/Mother | 199 (33.5%) | 3.62 |
| Total Families | 595 (100.0%) | 3.98 |
Median Household Size in Forest Heights
The median household size in Forest Heights is 3.50 persons per household, with married-couple households (357 | 47.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.35 persons per household. non-family households (160 | 21.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 357 (47.3%) | 4.35 |
| Single Male/Father | 39 (5.2%) | 4.33 |
| Single Female/Mother | 199 (26.4%) | 3.70 |
| Non-family | 160 (21.2%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 755 (100.0%) | 3.50 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Forest Heights
Out of a total of 755 households in Forest Heights, 595 (78.8%) are family households, while 160 (21.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 160, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 146.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 146 (19.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 143 (18.9%) | 9 (1.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 160 (21.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 124 (16.4%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 5-Person Households | 85 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 38 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 45 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 595 (78.8%) | 160 (21.2%) |
Female Fertility in Forest Heights
Fertility by Age in Forest Heights
Average fertility rate in Forest Heights is 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 60.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 6 (60.0%) | 41.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 4 (40.0%) | 12.0 |
| Total | 10 (100.0%) | 18.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Forest Heights
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Forest Heights
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 4 (40.0%) | 30.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 2 (20.0%) | 13.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 4 (40.0%) | 100.0 |
| Total | 10 (100.0%) | 18.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Forest Heights
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Forest Heights
Income Overview in Forest Heights
Per Capita Income in Forest Heights is $32,819, while median incomes of families and households are $108,750 and $94,555 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,641 | $32,819 |
| Median Family Income | 595 | $108,750 |
| Mean Family Income | 595 | $117,244 |
| Median Household Income | 755 | $94,555 |
| Mean Household Income | 755 | $109,052 |
| Income Deficit | 595 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,641 | 26.10% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,641 | 73.90¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,641 | 0.34 |
Earnings by Sex in Forest Heights
Average Earnings in Forest Heights are $45,197, $48,897 for men and $36,134 for women, a difference of 26.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 608 (48.1%) | $48,897 |
| Female | 655 (51.9%) | $36,134 |
| Total | 1,263 (100.0%) | $45,197 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Forest Heights
The most common earnings brackets in Forest Heights are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (90 | 14.8%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (112 | 17.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 35 (5.8%) | 20 (3.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 13 (2.1%) | 52 (7.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 7 (1.1%) | 16 (2.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 7 (1.1%) | 21 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (3.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 19 (3.1%) | 31 (4.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 10 (1.6%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (7.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (5.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 4 (0.7%) | 10 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 34 (5.6%) | 20 (3.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 90 (14.8%) | 23 (3.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 7 (1.1%) | 60 (9.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 29 (4.8%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 64 (10.5%) | 49 (7.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 29 (4.8%) | 23 (3.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 67 (11.0%) | 15 (2.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 80 (13.2%) | 31 (4.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 79 (13.0%) | 112 (17.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 34 (5.6%) | 53 (8.1%) |
| Total | 608 (100.0%) | 655 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Forest Heights
Average earnings in Forest Heights are $56,023 for men and $41,000 for women, a difference of 26.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,667, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $45,000. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,143, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $18,813.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $45,000 | $18,813 |
| High School Diploma | $53,958 | $0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $64,826 | $72,143 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $76,667 | $52,813 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $56,023 | $41,000 |
Family Income in Forest Heights
Family Income Brackets in Forest Heights
According to the Forest Heights family income data, there are 162 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.2% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 21 | 3.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 100 | 16.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 43 | 7.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 113 | 19.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 162 | 27.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 90 | 15.1% |
| $200,000+ | 66 | 11.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Forest Heights
5-person families (80 | 13.5%) account for the highest median family income in Forest Heights with $168,258 per family, while 2-person families (160 | 26.9%) have the highest median income of $42,102 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 160 (26.9%) | $84,205 |
| 3-Person Families | 154 (25.9%) | $86,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 129 (21.7%) | $94,612 |
| 5-Person Families | 80 (13.5%) | $168,258 |
| 6-Person Families | 29 (4.9%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 43 (7.2%) | $120,341 |
| Total | 595 (100.0%) | $108,750 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Forest Heights
The median family income in Forest Heights is $108,750, with families comprising 2 earners (176) having the highest median family income of $130,625, while families with no earners (66) have the lowest median family income of $42,016, accounting for 29.6% and 11.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 66 (11.1%) | $42,016 |
| 1 Earner | 192 (32.3%) | $81,429 |
| 2 Earners | 176 (29.6%) | $130,625 |
| 3+ Earners | 161 (27.1%) | $120,250 |
| Total | 595 (100.0%) | $108,750 |
Household Income in Forest Heights
Household Income Brackets in Forest Heights
With 180 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Forest Heights, accounting for 23.8% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 5 | 0.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 38 | 5.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 24 | 3.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 125 | 16.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 65 | 8.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 143 | 18.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 180 | 23.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 98 | 13.0% |
| $200,000+ | 77 | 10.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Forest Heights
The median household income in Forest Heights is $94,555, with the highest median household income of $119,050 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 215 households (28.5%) 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 5 households (0.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 5 (0.7%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 215 (28.5%) | $119,050 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 287 (38.0%) | $93,065 |
| 65+ Years | 248 (32.9%) | $94,219 |
| Total | 755 (100.0%) | $94,555 |
Poverty in Forest Heights
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Forest Heights
With 7.5% poverty level for males and 4.5% for females among the residents of Forest Heights, 16 and 17 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (33.3%) and 8 females (34.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 10 (21.7%) | 8 (34.8%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 14 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 9 (12.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 14 (33.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 5 (3.3%) | 5 (8.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 8 (8.3%) | 8 (7.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 33 (16.1%) | 21 (9.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (8.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (3.5%) |
| Total | 93 (7.5%) | 62 (4.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Forest Heights
According to the poverty statistics in Forest Heights, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 36 (78.3%) | 15 (65.2%) |
| 5 Years | 31 (100.0%) | 63 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 112 (88.9%) | 103 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 66 (88.0%) | 114 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 28 (66.7%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 146 (96.7%) | 54 (91.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 88 (91.7%) | 93 (92.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 172 (83.9%) | 207 (90.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 108 (100.0%) | 164 (91.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 200 (100.0%) | 135 (100.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 81 (100.0%) | 185 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 81 (100.0%) | 140 (96.6%) |
| Total | 1,149 (92.5%) | 1,328 (95.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Forest Heights
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Forest Heights show that 5.9% or 21 of the total 357 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 14.0%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 158 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 129 (90.8%) | 13 (9.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 49 (86.0%) | 8 (14.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 336 (94.1%) | 21 (5.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Forest Heights
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Forest Heights
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 13 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 8 (14.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 21 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Forest Heights
Employment by Class of Employer in Forest Heights
Among the 1,113 employed individuals in Forest Heights, private company employees (645 | 58.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (130 | 11.7%), and federal government employees (104 | 9.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 645 | 58.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 3 | 0.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 130 | 11.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 77 | 6.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 83 | 7.5% |
| State Government Employees | 41 | 3.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 104 | 9.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 30 | 2.7% |
| Total | 1,113 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Forest Heights
According to the labor force statistics for Forest Heights, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,029), 62.6% or 1,270 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.4% or 157 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 95.6% or 414 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.4% or 24 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 29 (26.9%) | 5 (17.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 117 (66.1%) | 10 (8.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 107 (88.4%) | 24 (22.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 66 (86.8%) | 14 (21.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 414 (95.6%) | 63 (15.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 274 (95.5%) | 37 (13.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 68 (68.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 76 (32.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 103 (38.7%) | 4 (3.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,270 (62.6%) | 157 (12.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Forest Heights
According to labor force statistics for Forest Heights, 80.3% of individuals (1,005) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,252) are in the labor force, with 13.7% or 138 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 91.3% or 253 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 32.3% or 85 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 253 (91.3%) | 24 (8.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 263 (76.9%) | 110 (32.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 326 (83.6%) | 26 (6.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 163 (67.1%) | 13 (5.5%) |
| Total | 1,005 (80.3%) | 172 (13.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Forest Heights
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forest Heights are Management (110 | 9.9%), Business & Financial (86 | 7.7%), Community & Social Service (67 | 6.0%), Education Instruction & Library (48 | 4.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (30 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forest Heights, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Business & Financial (33.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (25.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 28 (25.5%) | 82 (74.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 29 (33.7%) | 57 (66.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 10 (14.9%) | 57 (85.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 6 (12.5%) | 42 (87.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 7 (25.9%) | 20 (74.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 74 (23.1%) | 246 (76.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 517 (46.5%) | 596 (53.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Forest Heights are Food Preparation & Serving (109 | 9.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (59 | 5.3%), Security & Protection (45 | 4.0%), Law Enforcement (33 | 3.0%), and Personal Care & Service (26 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Forest Heights, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (78.0%), and Personal Care & Service (57.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (76.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 12 (26.7%) | 33 (73.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 85 (78.0%) | 24 (22.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 14 (23.7%) | 45 (76.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 15 (57.7%) | 11 (42.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 126 (48.3%) | 135 (51.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 517 (46.5%) | 596 (53.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Forest Heights are Office & Administration (113 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (98 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 31 (31.6%) | 67 (68.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 8 (7.1%) | 105 (92.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 39 (18.5%) | 172 (81.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 517 (46.5%) | 596 (53.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Forest Heights are Construction & Extraction (207 | 18.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (15 | 1.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (4 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 192 (92.7%) | 15 (7.2%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 211 (93.4%) | 15 (6.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 517 (46.5%) | 596 (53.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Forest Heights are Transportation (46 | 4.1%), Material Moving (42 | 3.8%), and Production (7 | 0.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 33 (71.7%) | 13 (28.3%) |
| Material Moving | 27 (64.3%) | 15 (35.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 67 (70.5%) | 28 (29.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 517 (46.5%) | 596 (53.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Forest Heights
Employment Industries in Forest Heights
The major employment industries in Forest Heights include Construction (218 | 19.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (136 | 12.2%), Retail Trade (125 | 11.2%), Administrative & Support (87 | 7.8%), and Professional & Scientific (84 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Forest Heights
The Forest Heights industries that see more men than women are Construction (89.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (69.1%), and Information (60.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (89.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 196 (89.9%) | 22 (10.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 8 (28.6%) | 20 (71.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 41 (32.8%) | 84 (67.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 29 (46.8%) | 33 (53.2%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 6 (60.0%) | 4 (40.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 18 (21.4%) | 66 (78.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 43 (49.4%) | 44 (50.6%) |
| Educational Services | 26 (31.7%) | 56 (68.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 7 (10.4%) | 60 (89.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 3 (23.1%) | 10 (76.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 94 (69.1%) | 42 (30.9%) |
| Public Administration | 20 (29.8%) | 47 (70.2%) |
| Total | 517 (46.5%) | 596 (53.5%) |
Education in Forest Heights
School Enrollment in Forest Heights
The most common levels of schooling among the 703 students in Forest Heights are middle school (208 | 29.6%), elementary school (156 | 22.2%), and high school (142 | 20.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 50 | 7.1% |
| Kindergarten | 56 | 8.0% |
| Elementary School | 156 | 22.2% |
| Middle School | 208 | 29.6% |
| High School | 142 | 20.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 57 | 8.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 34 | 4.8% |
| Total | 703 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Forest Heights
Out of a total of 703 students who are enrolled in schools in Forest Heights, 133 (18.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 570 (81.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 16 (69.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 207 (80.9%) | 49 (19.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 198 (83.2%) | 40 (16.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 88 (90.7%) | 9 (9.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 7 (30.4%) | 16 (69.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 18 (48.6%) | 19 (51.3%) |
| Total | 570 (81.1%) | 133 (18.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Forest Heights
Business (117 | 27.6%), education (98 | 23.1%), psychology (40 | 9.4%), science & technology (36 | 8.5%), and engineering (35 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 424 individuals in Forest Heights who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 3 | 0.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 26 | 6.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 3 | 0.7% |
| Psychology | 40 | 9.4% |
| Social Sciences | 3 | 0.7% |
| Engineering | 35 | 8.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 36 | 8.5% |
| Business | 117 | 27.6% |
| Education | 98 | 23.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 3 | 0.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 31 | 7.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 4 | 0.9% |
| Communications | 7 | 1.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 18 | 4.3% |
| Total | 424 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Forest Heights
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Forest Heights
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Forest Heights are males with 3 vehicles (208, accounting for 40.2%) and females with 3 vehicles (145, making up 34.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 32 (6.2%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 45 (8.7%) | 120 (20.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 183 (35.4%) | 259 (43.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 208 (40.2%) | 145 (24.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 35 (6.8%) | 46 (7.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 14 (2.7%) | 17 (2.9%) |
| Total | 517 (100.0%) | 596 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Forest Heights
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Forest Heights are 30 to 34 minutes (220 commuters, 21.9%), 15 to 19 minutes (193 commuters, 19.2%), and 45 to 59 minutes (136 commuters, 13.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 4 | 0.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 88 | 8.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 193 | 19.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 91 | 9.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 40 | 4.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 220 | 21.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 58 | 5.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 52 | 5.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 136 | 13.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 89 | 8.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 32 | 3.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Forest Heights
The most common commute times in Forest Heights are 45 to 59 minutes (91 commuters, 18.8%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (135 commuters, 26.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 4 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 36 (7.4%) | 52 (10.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 67 (13.8%) | 126 (24.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 64 (13.2%) | 27 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 10 (2.1%) | 30 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 85 (17.5%) | 135 (26.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 20 (4.1%) | 38 (7.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 44 (9.1%) | 8 (1.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 91 (18.8%) | 45 (8.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 54 (11.1%) | 35 (6.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 10 (2.1%) | 22 (4.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Forest Heights
The most frequent times of departure to work in Forest Heights are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (77, 15.9%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (80, 15.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 26 (5.4%) | 42 (8.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 77 (15.9%) | 11 (2.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 21 (4.3%) | 11 (2.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 58 (12.0%) | 17 (3.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 17 (3.5%) | 80 (15.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 46 (9.5%) | 50 (9.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 76 (15.7%) | 43 (8.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 24 (5.0%) | 79 (15.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 5 (1.0%) | 30 (5.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 33 (6.8%) | 25 (4.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (4.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 3 (0.6%) | 13 (2.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 57 (11.7%) | 30 (5.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 42 (8.7%) | 62 (12.0%) |
| Total | 485 (100.0%) | 518 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Forest Heights
Occupancy by Ownership in Forest Heights
Of the total 755 dwellings in Forest Heights, owner-occupied units account for 679 (89.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 76 (10.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 679 | 89.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 76 | 10.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 755 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Forest Heights
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 146 | 19.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 152 | 20.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 160 | 21.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 297 | 39.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 755 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Forest Heights
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 138 (94.5%) | 8 (5.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 152 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 136 (85.0%) | 24 (15.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 253 (85.2%) | 44 (14.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 679 (89.9%) | 76 (10.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Forest Heights
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 75 (75.0%) | 25 (25.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 118 (87.4%) | 17 (12.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 236 (90.1%) | 26 (9.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 250 (96.9%) | 8 (3.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Forest Heights
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 32 | 4.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 188 | 24.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 130 | 17.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 157 | 20.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 170 | 22.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 55 | 7.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 23 | 3.0% |
| Total | 755 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Forest Heights
Median Income by Occupancy in Forest Heights
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 679 (89.9%) | $94,732 |
| Renter-Occupied | 76 (10.1%) | $93,824 |
| Average | 755 (100.0%) | $94,555 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Forest Heights
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 5 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 2 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 23 (3.4%) | 13 (17.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 24 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 125 (18.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 65 (9.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 110 (16.2%) | 33 (43.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 150 (22.1%) | 30 (39.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 175 (25.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 679 (100.0%) | 76 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Forest Heights
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 16 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 25 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 149 (21.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 72 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 124 (18.3%) | 20 (26.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 131 (19.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 117 (17.2%) | 56 (73.7%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 45 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 679 (100.0%) | 76 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Forest Heights
Housing Structures in Forest Heights
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 557 | 73.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 198 | 26.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 755 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Forest Heights
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 501 (89.9%) | 56 (10.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 178 (89.9%) | 20 (10.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 679 (89.9%) | 76 (10.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Forest Heights
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 8 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 92 (13.6%) | 17 (22.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 285 (42.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 294 (43.3%) | 59 (77.6%) |
| Total | 679 (100.0%) | 76 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Forest Heights
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 552 (81.3%) | 64 (84.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 11 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 108 (15.9%) | 12 (15.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 8 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 679 (100.0%) | 76 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Forest Heights
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 9 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 202 (29.7%) | 32 (42.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 275 (40.5%) | 13 (17.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 193 (28.4%) | 31 (40.8%) |
| Total | 679 (100.0%) | 76 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Forest Heights
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Forest Heights
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 263 | 416 |
| Median Property Value | $303,700 | $314,100 |
| Median Household Income | $92,972 | $114 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $731 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $4,420 | $10 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Forest Heights
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 24 (9.1%) | 20 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (1.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 105 (39.9%) | 160 (38.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 84 (31.9%) | 219 (52.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 50 (19.0%) | 11 (2.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 263 (100.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Forest Heights
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 17 (6.5%) | 5 (1.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 17 (6.5%) | 8 (1.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 62 (23.6%) | 7 (1.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 27 (10.3%) | 63 (15.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 50 (19.0%) | 38 (9.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 29 (11.0%) | 60 (14.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 61 (23.2%) | 121 (29.1%) |
| Total | 263 (100.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Forest Heights
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 93 (35.4%) | 110,625 (26,592.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 6 (2.3%) | 155 (37.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 7 (2.7%) | 78 (18.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 157 (59.7%) | 69 (16.6%) |
| Total | 263 (100.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Forest Heights
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 8 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 8 (3.0%) | 26 (6.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 210 (79.8%) | 3 (0.7%) |
| Total | 263 (100.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Forest Heights
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest Heights
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 172 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 510 (95.7%) | 23 (4.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 157 (80.1%) | 39 (19.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 138 (71.5%) | 55 (28.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 366 (84.5%) | 67 (15.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 260 (90.6%) | 27 (9.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 286 (85.4%) | 49 (14.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 266 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 226 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,381 (90.2%) | 260 (9.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Forest Heights
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 172 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 510 (95.7%) | 23 (4.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 157 (80.1%) | 39 (19.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Forest Heights
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 122 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 302 (90.7%) | 31 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 157 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 416 (90.6%) | 43 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,384 (88.1%) | 186 (11.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest Heights
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 100 (58.1%) | 72 (41.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 290 (54.4%) | 247 (46.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 86 (43.9%) | 80 (40.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 55 (28.5%) | 94 (48.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 85 (19.6%) | 285 (65.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 63 (22.0%) | 197 (68.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 134 (40.0%) | 185 (55.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 206 (77.4%) | 227 (85.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 222 (98.2%) | 110 (48.7%) |
| Total | 1,241 (47.0%) | 1,497 (56.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Forest Heights
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 39 (14.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (13.8%) | 5 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 48 (9.4%) | 53 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (12.3%) | 36 (19.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (6.2%) | 87 (60.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Forest Heights
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (6.2%) | 25 (13.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (5.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 14 (2.7%) | 15 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (6.2%) | 5 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (3.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 14 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (13.8%) | 5 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 19 (3.7%) | 7 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (6.2%) | 9 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (6.2%) | 69 (47.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 43 (8.4%) | 32 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (6.2%) | 31 (16.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (6.2%) | 84 (57.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 14 (2.7%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (44.8%) |
Technology Access in Forest Heights
Computing Device Access in Forest Heights
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 640 | 84.8% |
| Smartphone | 683 | 90.5% |
| Tablet | 483 | 64.0% |
| No Computing Device | 17 | 2.2% |
| Total | 755 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Forest Heights
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 628 | 83.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 92 | 12.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 22 | 2.9% |
| No Internet | 24 | 3.2% |
| Total | 755 | 100.0% |
Forest Heights Summary
History
Forest Heights is a small town located in Prince George’s County, Maryland. It is situated on the Maryland-Washington, D.C. border, just south of the Anacostia River. The town was founded in the early 1900s as a rural farming community. It was originally known as “Forest Hill” and was home to a few dozen families.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience rapid growth as the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area expanded. The town was incorporated in 1961 and renamed “Forest Heights”. The population of the town grew rapidly in the following decades, reaching a peak of 8,000 in the late 1990s.
Geography
Forest Heights is located in Prince George’s County, Maryland, just south of the Anacostia River. The town is bordered by the cities of Washington, D.C. and Oxon Hill, Maryland. The town is situated on a hill, giving it its name. The town is located in a hilly area, with the highest point being the intersection of Forest Heights Road and Oxon Hill Road.
The town is located in a temperate climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The town receives an average of 40 inches of precipitation per year.
Economy
The economy of Forest Heights is largely based on the service industry. The town is home to a variety of restaurants, retail stores, and other businesses. The town is also home to a number of government offices, including the Prince George’s County Police Department and the Maryland Department of Transportation.
The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including a number of auto repair shops, a grocery store, and a few small manufacturing companies.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Forest Heights was 8,845. The town is predominantly African American, with a population that is 79.3% African American, 15.2% White, 2.2% Hispanic, and 1.3% Asian. The median household income in the town is $50,945, and the median home value is $220,000.
The town is served by the Prince George’s County Public Schools system. The town is home to two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The town is also home to a number of private schools, including the Forest Heights Academy and the Forest Heights Preparatory School.
Conclusion
Forest Heights is a small town located in Prince George’s County, Maryland. It is situated on the Maryland-Washington, D.C. border, just south of the Anacostia River. The town was founded in the early 1900s as a rural farming community and has since grown into a vibrant and diverse community. The town is predominantly African American, with a population that is 79.3% African American, 15.2% White, 2.2% Hispanic, and 1.3% Asian. The economy of Forest Heights is largely based on the service industry, with a variety of restaurants, retail stores, and other businesses. The town is served by the Prince George’s County Public Schools system and is home to a number of private schools.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Forest Heights?
Total Population of Forest Heights is 2,641.
What is the Total Male Population of Forest Heights?
Total Male Population of Forest Heights is 1,247.
What is the Total Female Population of Forest Heights?
Total Female Population of Forest Heights is 1,394.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Forest Heights?
There are 89.45 Males per 100 Females in Forest Heights.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Forest Heights?
There are 111.79 Females per 100 Males in Forest Heights.
What is the Median Population Age in Forest Heights?
Median Population Age in Forest Heights is 39.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Forest Heights
Average Family Size in Forest Heights is 4.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Forest Heights
Average Household Size in Forest Heights is 3.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Forest Heights?
Per Capita income in Forest Heights is $32,819.
What is the Median Family Income in Forest Heights?
Median Family Income in Forest Heights is $108,750.
What is the Median Household income in Forest Heights?
Median Household Income in Forest Heights is $94,555.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Forest Heights?
Income or Wage Gap in Forest Heights is 26.1%.
Women in Forest Heights earn 73.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Forest Heights?
Inequality or Gini Index in Forest Heights is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in Forest Heights?
There are 1,270 People in the Labor Forcein in Forest Heights.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Forest Heights?
62.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Forest Heights.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Forest Heights?
Unemployment Rate in Forest Heights is 12.4%.