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Elkridge, MD

Elkridge is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Howard County, Maryland, United States. The population was 15,593 at the 2010 census. Founded early in the 18th century, Elkridge is adjacent to two other counties, Anne Arundel and Baltimore.

Elkridge qualifies as the oldest settlement in its present county when Howard was a part of Anne Arundel County. Its location on the Patapsco River was a key element in its growth. The Maryland General Assembly elected a law to erect a 30-acre (120,000 m2), forty-lot town at the pre-existing settlement of Elkridge Landing to be called "Jansen Town" in 1733. In 1738 an attempt to formalize the town failed with the death of the commissioners before passage. In 1750 a second attempt to formalize the town was attempted around the lands of Phillip Hammond. By comparison, Baltimore Town consisted of only 25 dwellings at that time. A third petition was filed in 1762.

The settlement was founded as a place where planters, who each had a wharf along the river, could bring their tobacco crop to be loaded on English trading ships. Later, Elkridge Landing was built as the seaport dock for the community. In 1755 the Elkridge Furnace was founded at the Elkridge Furnace Complex, a historic iron works located on approximately 16 acres (65,000 m²) and including six remaining buildings of an iron furnace which operated into the 1860s. The millrace that fed water to the furnace was filled in during the 1920s to create the current "Race Road". The Hockley Forge and Mill were created upstream in 1760. In 1781, Lafayette camped light infantry at Elkridge Landing en route to Virginia during the Revolutionary War. In 1825, Jansen Town burned, taking out all of the oldest buildings at the Landing and 9 out of 10 houses in the village. The same year, on October 12, 1825, the Elkridge Landing postal stop was created.

Elkridge is located in the eastern corner of Howard County at 39°12′7″N 76°45′1″W (39.202057, −76.750157). It is bordered to the north by Ilchester, to the northwest by Columbia, to the southwest by Jessup, to the southeast by Anne Arundel County, and to the northeast, across the Patapsco River, by Halethorpe (part of the Arbutus CDP) in Baltimore County. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 8.4 square miles (21.8 km²), of which 0.01 square miles (0.03 km²), or 0.12%, is water.

Elkridge places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Elite Urgent Care and Ascension Saint Agnes Primary Care offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Begin your fitness journey at Coreworks Fitness, known for its variety of fitness classes including yoga, pilates, and strength training. Elkridge Athletic Club offers a full gym experience with various equipment and fitness classes. For holistic wellness, Whole Woman Health offers spa services and wellness treatments aimed at relaxation and rejuvenation. Engage in mindfulness practices with The Nest Movement Studio, providing yoga, meditation, and wellness workshops. Join Crofton Yoga, specializing in vinyasa yoga and wellness coaching to enhance physical and mental well-being.

Top sites in Elkridge, MD: Thomas Viaduct, Troy Park, Rockburn Branch Park. 

ZIP code: 21075. Area code: 410 and 443. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Area: 8.37 sq mi (21.68 km²). Population: 25,171 (2020)

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Is Elkridge, MD a good place to live?

Elkridge is in Howard County and is one of the best places to live in Maryland. Living in Elkridge offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Elkridge, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Elkridge and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Elkridge are highly rated.

What is Elkridge, MD known for?

History enthusiasts will be captivated by Elkridge's deep-rooted past. The area is home to the iconic Thomas Viaduct, the world's largest multiple-arched stone railroad bridge with a curve, serving as a testament to the area's engineering heritage. Elkridge embraces its historical significance and seamlessly blends old-world charm with contemporary amenities.

What is the median household income in Elkridge, MD?

Elkridge, MD is home to a population of 25.3k people, from which 92.3% are citizens. As of 2022, 23.7% of Elkridge, MD residents were born outside of the country (6k people). In 2022, there were 1.19 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (9.63k people) in Elkridge, MD than any other race or ethnicity. There were 8.1k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 4.92k Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Howard County

Wikipedia

Visit Howard County

Data USA

Niche

Thomas Viaduct

Troy Park

Rockburn Branch Park

Elite Urgent Care

Ascension Saint Agnes Primary Care

Coreworks Fitness

Elkridge Athletic Club

Whole Woman Health 

The Nest Movement Studio

Crofton Yoga

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