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Maryland City, MD

Maryland City is a census-designated place (CDP) in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. The population was 16,093 at the 2010 census. It is located east of Laurel, just over the border with Prince George's County, and it has a Laurel ZIP Code. Maryland City mostly consists of an older, compact housing development and is adjacent to Fort Meade Army base. A large newer development (built mid-1990s) on the north side of Maryland Route 198 is known as Russett and is included within the Maryland City CDP.

Maryland City is home to the Maryland City Volunteer Fire Department, which is part of the Anne Arundel County Fire Department. MCVFD Station 27 is located at 3498 Laurel Fort Meade Road. It is staffed 24 hours a day by four career firefighters, one of whom is an EMT-paramedic. The career staff is supplemented by volunteers.

Maryland City was developed by the Maryland City Corp, owned by developer Harvey Kayne. The 1,200 acres (490 ha) of eastern Laurel, Maryland, were purchased in 1960 for $3 million from a developer planning "Meade City". The concept was to build low-cost houses with ground rent rather than ownership.

Maryland City is located at 39°05′38″N 76°49′05″W (39.092561, −76.819419) in the westernmost corner of Anne Arundel County. It is bordered by Laurel in Prince George's County to the west, by the CDP of Scaggsville in Howard County to the north, by the CDP of Jessup to the northeast, and by Fort Meade to the east. Uninhabited portions of Fort Meade are to the south. The Baltimore–Washington Parkway (Maryland Route 295) runs through the CDP, leading southwest 19 miles (31 km) to downtown Washington and 18 miles (29 km) northeast to downtown Baltimore. Access from the parkway to Maryland City is via Maryland Route 198 (Fort Meade Road). Maryland Route 32 (the Patuxent Freeway) forms the northeast edge of the CDP.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 7.7 square miles (20.0 km²), all land.

Promoting health and wellness is a core value in Maryland City. UM Laurel Medical Center and the University of Maryland Medical Center offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness provides a comprehensive gym experience with state-of-the-art equipment and classes. Begin your journey at Maryland Athletic Club, known for its state-of-the-art fitness equipment and comprehensive exercise classes. For relaxation and rejuvenation, visit The Still Point offering holistic treatments and wellness therapies. Explore outdoor activities at Patuxent Research Refuge, ideal for nature walks and birdwatching, promoting both mental and physical health. Engage in yoga and meditation sessions at Ocean City Yoga, fostering mindfulness and stress relief. 

Top sites in Maryland City, MD are Maryland City Park, Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, and National Aquarium.

Population: 18,669 (2023). ZIP code: 20701. Area code: 240. Elevation: 206.693 ft (63 m). Area: 7.7 square miles (20.0 km²).

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What are the demographics of Maryland City, MD?

Maryland City is a city located in Anne Arundel County Maryland. Maryland City has a 2024 population of 18,917. Maryland City is currently growing at a rate of 1.54% annually and its population has increased by 6.99% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 17,681 in 2020.  According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Maryland City was: Black or African American: 45.45%, White: 32.28%, Other race: 8.02%, Asian: 5.65%, Two or more races: 5.34%, Native American: 3.27%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

Is Maryland City, MD a good place to live?

Maryland City is a suburb of Baltimore with a population of 18,345. Maryland City is in Anne Arundel County and is one of the best places to live in Maryland. Living in Maryland City offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Maryland City, there are a lot of parks.

What county is Maryland City, MD in?

Maryland City is a census-designated place (CDP) in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. The population was 16,093 at the 2010 census. It is located east of Laurel, just over the border with Prince George's County, and it has a Laurel ZIP Code. Maryland City mostly consists of an older, compact housing development and is adjacent to Fort Meade Army base. A large newer development (built mid-1990s) on the north side of Maryland Route 198 is known as Russett and is included within the Maryland City CDP.

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Wikipedia

Niche

World Population Review

Anne Arundel County

Maryland City Park

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

National Aquarium

UM Laurel Medical Center

University of Maryland Medical Center

Planet Fitness

Maryland Athletic Club

The Still Point

Patuxent Research Refuge

Ocean City Yoga

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