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Langley vs Potomac

Two popular suburbs of Baltimore / DC, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.

School rating
10/10
10/10
Commute to Baltimore / DC
20 min
35 min
Median home price
$1.2M
$1.4M
Annual property tax
$12K
$13K
Walk score
22
38
Density
suburban
exurban

Summary: Langley leads in 3 of 6 metrics. It edges out on commute to baltimore / dc, median home price, annual property tax. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.

Character & vibe

Langley

CIA headquarters and the most well-regarded address in Northern Virginia. Langley HS is consistently one of the top public high schools in America. Estate homes, wooded lots, and the absolute pinnacle of NoVA suburban prestige.

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Potomac

Equestrian estates and private schools. The quiet money of the DC suburbs.

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Who should pick which?

Pick Langley if you...

  • ·Want the shortest commute to Baltimore / DC
  • ·Need to keep your home budget in check
  • ·Want lower annual property taxes

Pick Potomac if you...

  • ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown
  • ·Want more space and a quieter pace

Still deciding?

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