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Cabin John

The community has many long-time residents, but increasingly has its share of DC professionals.

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Welcome to Cabin John

Situated close to the Potomac River, Cabin John is a tree-covered community with a sense of history, funky houses, and enough retail, shopping, and community amenities to serve but not overwhelm. The community feels like a modern day country crossroads, with its winding streets, small stores, and the sense that everyone knows each other.
 
Cabin John lacks sidewalks and has rambling yards and tall trees, but it's best known for Union Arch Bridge, a one-lane bridge designed to bring the Washington Aqueduct across Cabin John Creek.
 
The community has many long-time residents, but increasingly has its share of DC professionals. Residents like that its great for all ages and pedestrian-friendly (despite mostly lacking sidewalks), where neighborhood kids roam free. The neighborhood is also boasts Clara Barton Community Center and Cabin John Park, which have sports fields and playgrounds. The C&O Canal and trails leading to the Potomac River are reachable by foot. Glen Echo Park is nearby, offering fun cultural and arts attractions for all.
 
Cabin John has a great variety of home styles, and becomes more eclectic each year with home renovations and new-builds. The neighborhood boasts original houses, like from Sears kit bungalows, rambling Victorians, and ranch houses. The neighborhood also has sprawling mini-mansions.
 

Restaurant and Retail

When neighborhood residents want to dine in the community they go to Wild Tomato, one of the community’s only sit-down restaurants. It has wood-fired pizza and new American cuisine, boasting strong reviews and consistent crowds. The only other notable local amenity is the Bethesda Co-op, a large natural foods grocery store. Cabin John has all the basics (a post office, dry cleaners, day spa, deli, and a sushi restaurant), but amenities don't abound. It is relatively close to retail outlets in downtown Bethesda and Potomac Village.
 

Transportation

Cabin John’s location is convenient for drivers. It's close to the Beltway and the George Washington Parkway, offering easy access to northern Virginia, Maryland, and to a lesser degree downtown DC. Life is more challenging without a car. Public transportation is limited to Ride-On buses, which arrive every 30 minutes between Cabin John to Bethesda’s Metro station on the Red line. Some residents also commute into DC via bicycle on the C&O Canal’s towpath, which takes about 45 minutes.
 

Schools & Safety

Overview for Cabin John, MD

2,335 people live in Cabin John, where the median age is 49.2 and the average individual income is $126,301. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,335

Total Population

49.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$126,301

Average individual Income

Around Cabin John, MD

There's plenty to do around Cabin John, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

47
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
73
Very Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Flying Kick Fitness Center, Custom Kinetics, and Deborah Winter Skin Care.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 3.83 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.33 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.93 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.39 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 2.51 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.69 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Cabin John, MD

Cabin John has 925 households, with an average household size of 2.52. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Cabin John do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,335 people call Cabin John home. The population density is 1,914.03 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,335

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

49.2

Median Age

42.66 / 57.34%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
925

Total Households

2.52

Average Household Size

$126,301

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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