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Hyattsville, MD

Hyattsville is a city in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States, and also a close, urban suburb of Washington, D.C. The population was 21,187 at the 2020 United States Census. 

Before Europeans reached the area, the upper Anacostia River was home to Nacotchtank/Anaquashtank people, a Piscataway-speaking Algonquian people who lived throughout what is now the Washington, D.C., area. European encroachment and diseases decimated their population and by the 1680s the Nacotchtank/Anaquashtank had largely moved away and merged with other tribes. In the 1720s, John Beall acquired land in the area and established Beall Town, but the town did not prosper like its neighbor Bladensburg. The opening of the Washington–Baltimore Turnpike (modern-day US 1) in 1812 and the B&O Railroad Washington Branch line in 1835 brought more settlers to the area.

In the 1720s, John Beall acquired land in the area and established Beall Town, but the town did not prosper like its neighbor Bladensburg. The opening of the Washington–Baltimore Turnpike (modern-day US 1) in 1812 and the B&O Railroad Washington Branch line in 1835 brought more settlers to the area.

The city's founder, Christopher Clark Hyatt (1799–1884), purchased his first parcel of land in the area in 1845. Hyatt opened a store and began mail delivery, officially naming the nascent community "Hyattsville" in his 1859 application to become postmaster. In the years following the Civil War, Hyatt and other local landowners subdivided their properties and sold lots, and the population of Hyattsville grew. Hyattsville was incorporated as a city on April 7, 1886.

The City of Hyattsville consists of six subdivisions; Hyattsville Hills, Downtown Hyattsville, Kirkwood, Queens Chapel Manor, Castle Manor, and University Hills. Historic Hyattsville reportedly consists of the Hyattsville Hills, Downtown Hyattsville, and Castle Manor subdivisions. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.70 square miles (6.99 km²), of which 2.67 square miles (6.92 km²) is land and 0.03 square miles (0.08 km²) is water.

The city places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Medical Center at Hyattsville offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. LA Fitness Hyattsville Gym offers personalized training programs tailored to individual needs, promoting overall fitness and well-being. Fitness Together offers personalized training programs to help residents achieve their fitness goals. Spiritual Essence Yoga provides a serene environment for yoga and meditation classes. Sierra Club Maryland Chapter organizes outdoor activities like hiking and bird watching, promoting physical fitness and environmental awareness. The Y in Central Maryland offers numerous fitness classes and swimming lessons for all ages. Mary's Center provides comprehensive healthcare services, including wellness checkups and nutritional counseling. 

Top sites of Hyattsville, MD are Riversdale House Museum, David C. Driskell Community Park, and Bladensburg Waterfront Park.

Population: 20,662 (2023). Area code(s): 301, 240. ZIP code(s): 20788, 20782, 20783  Area: 2.70 square miles (6.99 km²). Elevation: 105 ft (32 m)

FAQs

Is Hyattsville, MD a good place to live?

Hyattsville is in Prince George's County. Living in Hyattsville offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Hyattsville, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Hyattsville and residents tend to be liberal.

What is Hyattsville, MD known for?

In 1892, Hyattsville gained international fame when it became the first American city to institute the single-tax system, taxing only land and not personal property. The ensuing court decision provides standing for today’s tax code. The city also boasted the area’s first newspaper, phone system, and utilities. By 1893, the electric streetcar connected Hyattsville to Washington, DC, businesses, boosting the population even higher.

What are the demographics of Hyattsville, MD?

Hyattsville, MD is home to a population of 20.9k people, from which 79.1% are citizens. As of 2022, 35.1% of Hyattsville, MD residents were born outside of the country (7.33k people). In 2022, there were 1.04 times more Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents (5.7k people) in Hyattsville, MD than any other race or ethnicity. There were 5.48k White (Non-Hispanic) and 5.44k Other (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources 

Wikipedia

City of Hyattsville

Niche

Data USA

Riversdale House Museum

David C. Driskell Community Park

Bladensburg Waterfront Park

Medical Center at Hyattsville

LA Fitness Hyattsville Gym

Fitness Together

Spiritual Essence Yoga

Sierra Club Maryland Chapter

Y in Central Maryland

Mary's Center

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