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Edgewood, MD

Edgewood is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Harford County, Maryland, United States. The population was 25,562 at the 2010 census, up from 23,378 in 2000. 

Edgewood is located in southwestern Harford County. It is bordered to the west by Baltimore County, Joppatowne, to the north by Bel Air South, to the east by the Bush River, an arm of Chesapeake Bay, to the south by the Edgewood Arsenal portion of Aberdeen Proving Ground, and to the southwest by the tidal Gunpowder River, another arm of the Chesapeake.

Interstate 95 forms the northern border of the Edgewood CDP and provides access from Exit 74 (Maryland Route 152) and Exit 77 (Maryland Route 24). I-95 leads southwest 25 miles (40 km) to Baltimore and northeast 50 miles (80 km) to Wilmington, Delaware. U.S. Route 40 (Pulaski Highway) runs through the northern part of Edgewood, parallel to I-95. US 40 leads southwest 9 miles (14 km) to White Marsh and the same distance northeast to Aberdeen. Maryland Route 24 begins at an entrance to Aberdeen Proving Ground in the southern part of the CDP and leads 10 miles (16 km) north to Bel Air, the Harford County seat.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Edgewood CDP has a total area of 17.9 square miles (46.4 km²), of which 17.8 square miles (46.1 km²) are land and 0.2 square miles (0.4 km²), or 0.77%, are water.

The Harford County Board of Education, under the jurisdiction of the State of Maryland, provides services to educate the residents of Edgewood and its surrounding neighborhoods within the official boundaries established by the county. Edgewood has several elementary schools (Edgewood Elementary and Deerfield Elementary), a middle school (Edgewood Middle), and a newly rebuilt high school (Edgewood High School). Edgewood High School is home to two special magnet programs, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and the Academy of Finance.

There are several parochial schools in the Edgewood area including the Trinity Lutheran School, which is a Christian school that provides an education for students from Pre-K to the 8th grade. The Trinity Lutheran Christian School is a member of the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). In 2017 the school lost its right to participate in Maryland's school voucher program, Broadening Options and Opportunities for Students Today (BOOST), because it had maintained the right to prevent gay and lesbian students in the school's handbook.

Edgewood places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. MedStar Urgent Care - Belcamp offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Harford Yoga Studio helps you become in tune with your body, recognizing strengths, limitations, and illness. Begin your wellness journey at Edgewood Center for Children and Families, which provides counseling and health services. Enjoy a rejuvenating spa experience at Edgewood Tahoe Resort, known for its holistic wellness treatments overlooking Lake Tahoe. For fitness enthusiasts, Planet Fitness offers modern gym facilities and various fitness classes. Explore nature and hiking trails at Angel Park or Flying Point Park, ideal for outdoor exercise and relaxation. Improve flexibility and mindfulness at Yoga Works, offering yoga classes for all levels.

Top sites in Edgewood, MD: Gunpowder Falls State Park, Flying Point Park, and Mariner Point Park.

ZIP code: 21040. Area code: 817. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Area: 11.07 square miles (28.68 km²). Population: 25,713 (2020)

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Is Edgewood, MD a good place to live?

Edgewood is a suburb of Baltimore with a population of 25,116. Edgewood is in Harford County. Living in Edgewood offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Edgewood and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Edgewood are above average.

What county is Edgewood, MD?

Edgewood is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Harford County, Maryland, United States. The population was 25,562 at the 2010 census, up from 23,378 in 2000. According to the United States Census Bureau, the Edgewood CDP has a total area of 17.9 square miles (46.4 km2), of which 17.8 square miles (46.1 km2) are land and 0.2 square miles (0.4 km2), or 0.77%, are water.

What are the demographics of Edgewood, MD?

With 25,116 people, Edgewood is the 56th most populated city in the state of Maryland out of 528 cities. The largest Edgewood racial/ethnic groups are Black (46.9%) followed by White (36.0%) and Two or More (8.3%). In 2022, the median household income of Edgewood households was $85,742. Edgewood households made slightly more than San Mar households ($85,583) and North East households ($85,378) . However, 5.9% of Edgewood families live in poverty.

Sources

Harford County

Wikipedia

Maryland Demographics

Niche

Gunpowder Falls State Park

Flying Point Park

Mariner Point Park

MedStar Urgent Care - Belcamp

Harford Yoga Studio

Edgewood Center for Children and Families

Edgewood Tahoe Resort

Angel Park

Yoga Works

Planet Fitness 

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