OK, so my husband travels to DC. A LOT. So much so, that a possibility to temporarily relocate exists. So we've been kicking the DC nerfball around. No guarantees, but we're in the talking stage.
Could those of you in the DC area clue me in on the best areas (safe, clean, culturally diverse, good schools, churches, etc.) for a young multiracial family to live? (I prefer Maryland personally, but I think his job is closer to Virginia). And Lord, Lord...I don't know WHAT to think about the cost of living there!!! *swoon*

Thanks in advance