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Middle River, MD

Middle River is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States. The population was 33,203 at the 2020 census. A Middle River Train Station first appeared on the 1877 G.M. Hopkins & Co Baltimore County Map and by 1898 had a designated Post Office and modest street grid.

 The town expanded during the 1930s and 1940s and established the "Aero Acres" housing community which borders the railroad tracks and Martin Blvd. to serve as housing for people working at the Martin Aerospace Company. For this development, the architecture firm of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill designed gable-roofed Cape Cod houses with dimensions of 24 feet (7.3 m) by 28 feet (8.5 m), featuring large commercial-style windows in their principal rooms. In 1941 a total of 600 homes were built at Aero Acres using this design from Cemento (a cement/asbestos material).

Middle River is located at 39°20′2″N 76°26′26″W (39.333957, −76.440502). According to the United States Census Bureau, the Census Designated Place (CDP) has a total area of 8.5 square miles (22 km²), of which 7.7 square miles (20 km²) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.8 km²), or 8.63%, is water.

At the 2000 census, there were 23,958 people, 9,425 households, and 6,399 families living in the CDP. The population density was 3,100.8 inhabitants per square mile (1,197.2/km²). There were 10,000 housing units at an average density of 1,294.3 per square mile (499.7/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 82.60% White, 13.21% African American, 0.60% Native American, 1.23% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.86% from other races, and 1.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.92% of the population.

Middle River places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and Middle River Healthcare offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Living Fit Club offers a full gym experience with various equipment and fitness classes. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the scenic trails at Wilson Point Park. My Axon Health is ideal for those seeking chiropractic care and physical therapy. 1214 Cross Fit offers high-intensity training programs that can help you reach your fitness goals. For holistic wellness, Advanced Wellness Systems provides services ranging from acupuncture to massage therapy. For mental health, Middle River Counseling offers therapy and support groups.

The top sites in Middle River, MD: Glenn L Martin Aviation Museum, Marshy Point Nature Center, Eastern Regional Park

ZIP code: 21220. Elevation: 26.24 ft (8 m). Area: 35.33 km². Area Code: 410 and 443. Population: 25,191 (2021)

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Is Middle River, MD a good place to live?

Middle River, Maryland, is a great place to live, offering a wide range of recreational and cultural activities. The proximity to the Chesapeake Bay provides endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, while the variety of community events brings residents together and fosters a sense of community. The area is also home to several parks and recreation areas, and it's conveniently located near Baltimore, giving residents easy access to the city's cultural and entertainment options.

What are the demographics of Middle River, MD?

Middle River, MD is home to a population of 31.2k people, from which 91.8% are citizens. As of 2022, 13.8% of Middle River, MD residents were born outside of the country (4.31k people). In 2022, there were 1.8 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (16.2k people) in Middle River, MD than any other race or ethnicity. There were 8.99k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 2.07k Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the history of the Middle River, MD?

Middle River was once known as a "Little Appalachia". Before, during, and after World War II many Appalachian migrants settled in the Baltimore area, including Middle River. Appalachian people who migrated to the Middle River were largely economic migrants who came looking for work.

Sources

Wikipedia

Baltimore County

Greatest Moves

Data USA

Glenn L Martin Aviation Museum

Marshy Point Nature Center

Eastern Regional Park

MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center

Middle River Healthcare

Living Fit Club

Wilson Point Park

My Axon Health

1214 Cross Fit

Advanced Wellness Systems

Middle River Counseling

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