Crime Safety Grade

B-

Fort Washington, MD Crime Rate

Lower crime than 81% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Fort Washington Safe?

With an overall crime index of 76, Fort Washington has a 24% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 284. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Friendly earning an A- grade while Oxon Hill rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

Fort Washington
76
Maryland Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
76
24% below average
Violent Crime
88
12% below average
Property Crime
81
19% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Fort Washington

1 in 284

Property crime: 1 in 309

Where Is It Safe in Fort Washington?

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Fort Washington Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 7% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 33% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 68 ▼ 32%
Assault Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Robbery Violent 107 ▲ 7%
Burglary Property 67 ▼ 33%
Larceny / Theft Property 97 ▼ 3%
Vehicle Theft Property 80 ▼ 20%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Fort Washington Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Friendly A- 44
2 Fort Washington B+ 67
3 Oxon Hill B- 117

Fort Washington Crime by Zip Code

20744
B Index: 82

Fort Washington Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
24,468
Median Income
$122,206
Home Value
$372,421
Median Rent
$2,253
Home Ownership
90%

Racial Demographics

White
7.5%
Black
76.3%
Hispanic
9.1%
Asian
6.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Fort Washington?
Fort Washington has an overall crime index of 76, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Fort Washington are rated A or B for safety.
Is Fort Washington safe to live in?
Fort Washington has a crime safety grade of B-. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Fort Washington?
The safest neighborhoods in Fort Washington based on crime data include Friendly, Fort Washington, and Oxon Hill. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Fort Washington crime compare to the national average?
Fort Washington's overall crime index is 76 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 24% lower than the typical US city.

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