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Fairland, MD

Fairland is a census-designated place and an unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It had a population of 25,396 per the 2020 census.

As an unincorporated area, Fairland's boundaries are not officially defined. Fairland is, however, recognized by the United States Census Bureau and by the United States Geological Survey as a census-designated place. Fairland is one of the many neighborhoods of Silver Spring.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the place has a total area of 5.0 square miles (13 km²), all land.

At the 2000 census, there were 21,738 people, 8,612 households, and 5,460 families living in the area. The population density was 4,355.2 inhabitants per square mile (1,681.6/km²). There were 8,918 housing units at an average density of 1,786.7 per square mile (689.8/km²). The racial makeup of the area was 35.75% White, 42.99% African American, 0.25% Native American, 14.51% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 2.93% from other races, and 3.55% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.72%.

Of the 8,612 households, 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.4% were married couples living together, 17.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.6% were non-families. 27.1% of households were one person and 2.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.11.

The age distribution was 25.4% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 39.9% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 5.6% 65 or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.2 males.

The median household income was $56,624 and the median family income was $62,189. Males had a median income of $46,123 versus $38,962 for females. The per capita income for the area was $28,603. About 4.6% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.2% of those under age 18 and 10.6% of those age 65 or over.

Fairland places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. At Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex, you can engage in swimming and various fitness activities to stay active and healthy. Holy Cross Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of nature with Yoga on the Yard at Newton White Mansion hosted by Prince George's County Parks and Recreation. For outdoor adventure enthusiasts, The Adventure Park at Sandy Springs offers thrilling climbing experiences. Wellness for Life Fitness Center and Planet Fitness offers personalized training programs tailored to individual needs, promoting overall fitness and well-being.

The top sites in Fairland, MD are Fairland Recreational Park, The Adventure Park at Sandy Springs, and Martin Luther King Jr. Recreational Park.
 

ZIP code: 20868. Elevation: 413 ft (126 m). Area: 5.0 square miles (13 km²). Area Code: 240. Population: 25,396 (2020)

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What county is Fairland, MD?

Fairland is a census-designated place and an unincorporated area in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It had a population of 25,396 per the 2020 census. As an unincorporated area, Fairland's boundaries are not officially defined. Fairland is, however, recognized by the United States Census Bureau and by the United States Geological Survey as a census-designated place. Fairland is one of the many neighborhoods of Silver Spring.

Is Fairland, MD a good place to live?

Fairland is a suburb of Washington, D.C. with a population of 25,987. Fairland is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Maryland. Living in Fairland offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Fairland, there are a lot of parks. The public schools in Fairland are highly rated.

What are the demographics of Fairland, MD?

In 2021, Fairland MD had a population of 25.3k people with a median age of 36.3 and a median household income of $85,565. Between 2020 and 2021 the population of Fairland, MD declined from 25,649 to 25,324, a −1.27% decrease and its median household income grew from $84,087 to $85,565, a 1.76% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Fairland, MD are Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (59.1%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (13.4%), White (Non-Hispanic) (10.5%), Other (Hispanic) (6.24%), and White (Hispanic) (4.33%).

Sources

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Montgomery County

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Data USA

The Adventure Park at Sandy Springs

Martin Luther King Jr. Recreational Park

Fairland Recreational Park

Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex

Holy Cross Hospital

Newton White Mansion

Adventure Park at Sandy Spring

Wellness for Life Fitness Center 

Planet Fitness

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