Friendship Heights Village, Maryland facts for kids
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Friendship Heights Village
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Maryland | |
| County | Montgomery | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) | |
| • Land | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,360 | |
| • Density | 90,847.46/sq mi (35,050.55/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
20815
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| Area code(s) | 240 and 301 | |
| FIPS code | 24-30837 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2389820 | |
Friendship Heights Village is a small, busy area in Montgomery County, Maryland, USA. It is a special community called a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means the government counts its population separately. In 2020, about 5,360 people lived here. It is different from the Friendship Heights neighborhood in Washington, D.C..
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About Friendship Heights Village
Where is Friendship Heights Village?
Friendship Heights Village is a very small place. It covers about 0.15 square kilometers (or 0.06 square miles). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Friendship Heights Village?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 4,698 | — | |
| 2020 | 5,360 | 14.1% | |
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In 2020, there were 5,360 people living in the area. This included 2,804 households and 1,003 families. Friendship Heights Village is one of the most crowded places in the United States. It has about 35,050 people per square kilometer (or 90,848 people per square mile).
Most people living here are White (67.2%). Other groups include Hispanic or Latino (13.9%), Asian (11.2%), and African American (4.7%).
The population includes people of all ages. About 9.8% of residents are under 18 years old. A larger group, 32.5%, are 65 years or older. Most residents (60%) are women. Many people (28%) were born in other countries. Also, almost everyone (98%) has finished high school. A large number (88%) have graduated from college.
The average income for a household in the area was $106,771. The average income per person was $91,197.
How Friendship Heights Village is Governed
A Special Tax District
Friendship Heights Village is not a regular city. It was set up as a "Special Tax District" in 1914. This means it has special rules and services for its residents. Its main streets are Wisconsin Avenue, Willard Avenue, and Somerset Terrace. The area is mostly filled with tall apartment buildings.
This village has a very high population density. It has more people per square mile than almost any other place in the U.S. It even has more people per square mile than Manhattan in New York City.
Important Buildings in the Village
Many large buildings are located here. They include:
- Highland House Apartments - 5480 Wisconsin Avenue
- Highland House West Apartments - 4450 S. Park Avenue
- The Willoughby Condominium - 4515 Willard Avenue
- The Carleton Condominium - 4550 N. Park Avenue
- Office Building - 5550 Friendship Blvd.
- The Elizabeth Condominium - 4601 N. Park Avenue
- 4615 North Park Apartments
- Police Field Office - 4602 N. Park Avenue
- 4620 N. Park Avenue Condominium
- Willard Towers - 4701 Willard Avenue
- Sunrise Brighton Gardens (Assisted Living Residence) - 5555 Friendship Blvd.
- Friendship Heights Village Center - 4433 S. Park Avenue
- Chevy Chase Office Building - 5530 Wisconsin Avenue
- Courtyard by Marriott Chevy Chase - 5520 Wisconsin Avenue
- Barlow Office Building - 5454 Wisconsin Avenue
- Chase Tower Office and Retail Building - 4445 Willard Avenue
Village Council and Services
A council of seven members governs the Village. This includes the mayor. Each member is elected for a two-year term.
The Village offers many helpful services to its residents. These include:
- A shuttle bus that goes around the neighborhood. It stops at major buildings, shopping centers, and the Friendship Heights Metro station.
- "MVA on Wheels" for vehicle services.
- A visiting nurse service.
- Help with permit applications.
- A local Police Field Office.
- A mobile commuter store.
- A shredding truck for documents.
- A Farmers' Market for fresh food.
The Village Center also hosts many activities and events. These include classes, training, concerts, and special programs. Every year, the Village holds three big events for its residents:
- April 13: Community Day, celebrating the Village's start.
- July 4: Independence Day Celebration.
- Mid-October: Fall Festival.
See also
In Spanish: Friendship Village (Maryland) para niños
