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Brooklyn Park, MD

Brooklyn Park is a census-designated place (CDP) in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. The population was 14,373 at the 2010 census. 

Brooklyn Park is located at 39°13′29″N 76°36′46″W (39.224857, −76.612655) on the northern edge of Anne Arundel County and borders the city of Baltimore along its southern boundary of 1919. The CDP is bordered as well by Interstate 695 (the Baltimore Beltway) to the south, by Maryland Route 648 (Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard) to the west, and by the Patapsco River, which forms the Anne Arundel County/Baltimore County boundary, to the northwest.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.3 square miles (11.1 km²), of which 4.2 square miles (10.9 km²) is land and 0.077 square miles (0.2 km²), or 1.65%, is water, consisting largely of the Patapsco River and associated wetlands.

To the north of the CDP, are the older Baltimore city neighborhoods of Brooklyn (founded 1853), Curtis Bay (development proposed in 1874, buildings began in 1889), and several smaller communities that are now defunct: Fairfield, Masonville, Wagner's Point (also known as East Brooklyn), Arundel Cove, and Hawkins Point. To the northeast is the Baltimore County community of Baltimore Highlands, to the west is Linthicum, and to the south are Ferndale and Glen Burnie.

The Brooklyn Park CDP in Anne Arundel County is composed of several smaller neighborhoods: old Brooklyn Park (west of Gov. Ritchie Highway - Maryland Route 2), Brooklyn Heights (east of Gov. Ritchie Highway), Arundel Village (along and north of Church Street), Roland Terrace (along and south of Church Street), Arundel Gardens (southwest of Gov. Ritchie Highway and south of Hammonds Lane), and Pumphrey, which lies along Belle Grove Road, south of the Patapsco River.

A History of Brooklyn-Curtis Bay, of approximately 200 pages, was published in September 1976, in celebration of the American Bicentennial by the members of the Brooklyn-Curtis Bay Historical Committee. Brooklyn Park has many different types of buildings such as schools and senior centers.

Health and wellness in Brooklyn Park are supported by various healthcare facilities. MedStar Harbor Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Fitness MD and Planet Fitness provide a comprehensive gym experience with state-of-the-art equipment and classes. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to fitness equipment, personal training, and group exercise classes. Brooklyn Park Senior Center provides activities and resources for senior citizens, including fitness classes and social events. Willow Street Yoga and Yogaworks offer yoga and meditation classes aimed at enhancing physical health and mental clarity.

Top sites in Brooklyn Park, MD: Hammonds Lane Park, Federal Hill Park, Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine.

Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). ZIP Code: 21225. Area Code: 410, 443. Area: 4.27 sq mi (11.06 km²). Population: 16,112 (2020).

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What are the demographics of Brooklyn Park, MD?

Brooklyn Park is a city located in Anne Arundel County and Baltimore City Maryland. Brooklyn Park has a 2024 population of 16,624. Brooklyn Park is currently growing at a rate of 2.22% annually and its population has increased by 9.64% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 15,163 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Brooklyn Park was: White: 53.67%, Black or African American: 21.05%, Other race: 14.16%, Two or more races: 5.77%, Asian: 3.04%, Native American: 2.31%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%

Is Brooklyn Park, MD a good place to live?

Brooklyn Park is in Anne Arundel County. Living in Brooklyn Park offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Brooklyn Park, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Brooklyn Park and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Brooklyn Park are above average.

What county is Brooklyn Park, MD?

Brooklyn Park is a census-designated place (CDP) in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. The population was 14,373 at the 2010 census. Brooklyn Park is located at 39°13′29″N 76°36′46″W (39.224857, −76.612655) on the northern edge of Anne Arundel County and borders the city of Baltimore along its southern boundary of 1919.

Sources

Anne Arundel County

Wikipedia

Niche

World Population Review

Hammonds Lane Park

Federal Hill Park

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

MedStar Harbor Hospital

Fitness MD

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Brooklyn Park Senior Center

Willow Street Yoga

Yogaworks

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