Apartments for rent in Chevy Chase, MD

Chevy Chase is a small town in Maryland with a population of approximately 3,000. It's a great place to raise a family, as children aged 5-14 account for a higher percentage of the population here (24%) than nationally (19%), while young adults figure less prominently in the demographics. Just 6% of residents rent in Chevy Chase, as home ownership is common in the area. The average rent for Chevy Chase is $846 a month more than the state average.

There are two primary industries in Chevy Chase: scientific and public administration. Combined, these industries account for 21% of the workforce in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many workers in these industries are in management, as 13% of the town's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. With an average annual income of just under $188,000, the fifth-highest average income of any municipality in Maryland, Chevy Chase workers are generally well-compensated for their efforts. Chevy Chase's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345. Chevy Chase has a large number of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 25% possess a Master's degree or a Doctorate. Furthermore, 19% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.

Chevy Chase residents have an average commute of about 33 minutes. Many residents (28%) commute to work by car, while public transportation is used by just 7% of the town. Walking (3%) isn't a common means of commuting to work, though the number exceeds the national average.