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Fort Washington, MD

Fort Washington is an unincorporated area and census-designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It borders the Potomac River, situated 20 miles south of downtown Washington, D.C.As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 24,261. The Fort Washington community is located west of Maryland Route 210, with some additional area to the east of the highway.

The community is named for Fort Washington. The first Fort Washington was completed in 1809, and it was the only defensive fort protecting Washington, D.C. until the American Civil War. It consisted of a small earthwork near the shore of the Potomac River. The failure of that fort to stop a British fleet from invading the national capital during the War of 1812 led to the construction of the current, larger, stone fortification. In 1844, a cannon exploded on the USS Princeton as it was passing Fort Washington. During World War II, the US Army's Adjutant General's School was located at the fort and had billeting for 362 officers and 2,526 enlisted persons. The site is now part of a park with views of the Potomac River and hiking paths.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 16.57 square miles (42.9 km²), of which 13.79 square miles (35.7 km²) is land and 2.78 square miles (7.2 km²), or 16.8%, is water.

First-time visitors are often confused by the several "Livingston Roads", which repeatedly cross Route 210, as well as by the two separate "Old Fort Roads", causing them to make wrong turns off of Maryland Route 210. Eventually, all roads intersecting Route 210 in the Fort Washington area (from the Beltway as far south as the Highway 210 curve at Piscataway Creek) will be upgraded to controlled-access interchanges (eliminating all traffic signals) gradually during the 2020s. The fort's land originally included 347 acres, which was last surveyed in June 1944.

Fort Washington places a strong emphasis on health and wellness. MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness and LA Fitness offer personalized training programs tailored to individual needs, promoting overall fitness and well-being. For those seeking relaxation and treatments, Crave Therapeutic Massage provides exceptional massage therapy and reflexology services. Yoga enthusiasts can enjoy classes at Delana's Yoga Suite, promoting flexibility and mental clarity. The Spring into Wellness: Adult Behavioral Health Expo is a key community event providing behavioral health resources. Mental health is supported through the Adult Mental Health First Aid training sessions by Mental Health First Aid, empowering individuals to help others.

The top sites in Fort Washington, MD: Fort Washington National Park, Piscataway Park,  Fort Foote Park

Area code(s): 301, 240. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). ZIP Codes: 20744, 20749. Area: 16.57 square miles (42.9 km²). Population: 24,261 (2020)

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What is Fort Washington, MD famous for?

Fort Washington, located near the community of Fort Washington, Maryland, was for many decades the only defensive fort protecting Washington, D.C. The original fort, overlooking the Potomac River, was completed in 1809 and was begun as Fort Warburton, but renamed in 1808. During the War of 1812, the fort was destroyed by its garrison during a British advance.

What are the demographics of Fort Washington, MD?

In 2021, Fort Washington, MD had a population of 25.8k people with a median age of 44.2 and a median household income of $127,587. Between 2020 and 2021 the population of Fort Washington, MD grew from 24,468 to 25,840, a 5.61% increase and its median household income grew from $122,206 to $127,587, a 4.4% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Fort Washington, MD are Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (62.2%), Other (Hispanic) (12.3%), White (Non-Hispanic) (10.3%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (8.25%), and Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (2.38%).

Is Fort Washington, MD a good place to live?

Fort Washington is in Prince George's County. Living in Fort Washington offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Fort Washington, there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Fort Washington and residents tend to be liberal.

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Prince George’s County 

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Fort Washington National Park

Piscataway Park

Fort Foote Park

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

Planet Fitness

LA Fitness

Crave Therapeutic Massage

Delana's Yoga Suite

Spring into Wellness: Adult Behavioral Health Expo

Mental Health First Aid

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