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Glenn Dale, MD

Glenn Dale is an unincorporated area and census-designated place (CDP) in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. The population was 14,698 at the 2020 census. Glenn Dale is home to the Glenn Dale Hospital, an abandoned sanatorium, and the USDA Plant Introduction Station.

Glenn Dale is located at 38°58′58″N 76°48′24″W (38.982902, −76.806748). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 7.2 square miles (18.7 km²), of which 7.1 square miles (18.4 km²) is land and 0.12 square miles (0.3 km²), or 1.52%, is water.

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Glenn Dale has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Glenn Dale Hospital was a tuberculosis sanatorium. It is a large facility, consisting of 23 buildings on 210 acres (0.85 km²), that was built in 1934 and closed in 1982 due to asbestos. Though it will be eventually demolished, for decades it was an important public health institution near Washington, D.C. Park Police patrol the hospital grounds regularly.

The hospital was featured in an award-winning Washington Post Magazine article, "Quarantined," on Dec. 10, 2006, by Leah Y. Latimer, former staff writer and author. The article detailed Latimer's mother's hospitalization there in the 1950s and the emotional fallout for their family from then to the present. Latimer gave a lecture on the grounds of Glenn Dale on October 4, 2008. It was the first time the public was allowed on the grounds in almost 30 years. The unadvertised event drew more than 150 people. Latimer said she plans more lectures around the area, based on her continuing research and 110+ interviews. The hospital was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2011.

Health and wellness are a central focus in Glenn Dale, with numerous resources dedicated to residents' well-being. For those seeking quality healthcare services, Doctors Community Hospital, situated nearby, ensures that residents have access to a range of medical care options. Glenn Dale Community Center provides fitness classes, sports leagues, and community events promoting active lifestyles. Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness provide a comprehensive gym experience with state-of-the-art equipment and classes. Patuxent Research Refuge offers hiking trails, wildlife observation, and educational programs promoting outdoor fitness and nature exploration. YMCA Camp Letts provides summer camps and outdoor activities promoting youth development and physical fitness. Glenn Dale Park is a neighborhood park with walking paths, playgrounds, and sports fields for outdoor recreation and relaxation.

Top sites in Glenn Dale, MD are Fairwood Community Park, Glenn Dale Splash Park, and Marietta House Museum. 

Population: 14, 900 (2024). ZIP code: 20769, 20720 (extended area). Area codes: 301, 240. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Area: 7.2 square miles (18.7 km²).

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What are the demographics of Glenn Dale, MD?

With 15,244 people, Glenn Dale is the 95th most populated city in the state of Maryland out of 528 cities. But watch out, Glenn Dale, because Lake Arbor with 14,901 people and Havre de Grace with 14,743 people are right behind you. The largest Glenn Dale racial/ethnic groups are Black (53.2%) followed by Hispanic (18.2%) and White (14.3%).

What is the crime rate in Glenn Dale, MD?

The crime rate in Glenn Dale is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 14 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Glenn Dale is 1 in 70. Based on FBI crime data, Glenn Dale is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Maryland, Glenn Dale has a crime rate that is higher than 60% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Glenn Dale, MD a city?

Glenn Dale is an unincorporated area and census-designated place (CDP) in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. The population was 14,698 at the 2020 census. Glenn Dale is home to the Glenn Dale Hospital, an abandoned sanatorium, and the USDA Plant Introduction Station. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 7.2 square miles (18.7 km²), of which 7.1 square miles (18.4 km²) is land and 0.12 square miles (0.3 km²), or 1.52%, is water.

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Prince George’s County

Maryland Demographics

Neighborhood Scout

Fairwood Community Park

Glenn Dale Splash Park

Marietta House Museum

Doctors Community Hospital

Glenn Dale Community Center

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Patuxent Research Refuge

YMCA Camp Letts

Glenn Dale Park

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