Forest Glen, MD is a small and friendly community located just outside of Washington DC in Montgomery County. With a population of just under 7,000, this quaint town is the perfect place for those looking to experience suburban living in the nation's capital area. The town is known for its tight-knit community and for having an abundance of local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, and other organizations that make it a great place to live.
One popular local business in Forest Glen is M Cafe, which offers a wide selection of food and drinks all within a cozy cafe atmosphere. For outdoor recreation, residents can participate in golf at the nearby Argyle Country Club or take advantage of the nearby hiking trails and biking paths at Rock Creek Park. Other organizations that contribute to the town’s culture include the Forest Glen/Pine Street Community Association which holds numerous events throughout the year such as holiday celebrations such as Christmas Tree Lighting Festival and Independence Day Celebration. Finally, sporting fans can enjoy watching various professional teams from nearby Baltimore or Washington DC play throughout the year.
The population in Forest Glen is 6,942. There are 6,819 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Forest Glen is 38, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Forest Glen is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Forest Glen
- 51.2% are married
- 12.2% are divorced
- 40.4% are married with children
- 9.8% have children, but are single
Race in Forest Glen
- 49.8% are White
- 21.0% are Black
- 4.8% are Asian
- 1.0% are Native American
- 0.4% claim Other
- 19.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander