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North Laurel, MD

North Laurel is a census-designated place (CDP) in Howard County, Maryland, United States. The published population was 4,474 at the 2010 census. This population was substantially less than the CDP's population in 2000 and was the result of an error in defining the boundary before tabulation and publication of 2010 Census results. The corrected 2010 Census population is 20,259. North Laurel is adjacent to the City of Laurel, which is located across the Patuxent River in Prince George's County.

North Laurel is located in the southern corner of Howard County at 39°8′4″N 76°51′46″W (39.134343, −76.862690). It is bordered to the north by Savage and Columbia, to the west by Scaggsville, to the south in Prince George's County by the city of Laurel, and to the southeast in Anne Arundel County by Maryland City. The southern boundary of the CDP is defined by the Patuxent River, which is also the Howard County/Prince George's County line.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the North Laurel CDP has a total area of 6.3 square miles (16.4 km²), of which 6.3 square miles (16.3 km²) is land and 0.039 square miles (0.1 km²), or 0.6%, is water.(these area measurements differ from those initially published by the Census Bureau.

The edge of the Arundel Formation underlies the North Laurel area. The astrodon, a herbivorous sauropod, was present about 112 million years ago. Before 10,700 B.C. North Laurel was a spruce forest evolving into a boreal forest occupied by mammals ranging from mastodon to sloth. By 3000 B.C. the vegetation was similar to modern plant life. Humans have lived along the Patuxent River since at least 6500 B.C. By the time of European contact, the lands in the region were occupied by various tribes of Algonquin-speaking Native Americans.

North Laurel places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. UM Laurel Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. North Laurel Community Center provides fitness facilities, classes, and programs for all ages. Fitness Evolution offers a full gym experience with various equipment and fitness classes. Start your fitness journey at LA Fitness, which provides fitness classes, gym facilities, and wellness programs to suit diverse fitness goals. Enjoy outdoor activities at Savage Park, known for its hiking trails and scenic picnic spots. Join Orangetheory Fitness for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions designed to boost metabolism and improve endurance. 

Top sites in North Laurel, MD: Laurel Park, Savage Mill, and Riverfront Park.

ZIP code: 20723. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Area: 6.54 sq mi. Area Code: 240, 301. Population: 20,259 (2010)

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Is North Laurel, MD a good place to live?

North Laurel is in Howard County and is one of the best places to live in Maryland. Living in North Laurel offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In North Laurel, there are a lot of parks. The public schools in North Laurel are highly rated.

What county is North Laurel, MD in?

North Laurel is a census-designated place (CDP) in Howard County, Maryland, United States. The published population was 4,474 at the 2010 census. This population was substantially less than the CDP's population in 2000 and was the result of an error in defining the boundary before tabulation and publication of 2010 Census results. The corrected 2010 Census population is 20,259. 

What are the demographics of North Laurel, MD?

In 2022, North Laurel, MD had a population of 24.4k people with a median age of 35.8 and a median household income of $115,294. Between 2021 and 2022 the population of North Laurel, MD grew from 24,233 to 24,414, a 0.747% increase and its median household income grew from $111,401 to $115,294, a 3.49% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in North Laurel, MD are Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (37.1%), White (Non-Hispanic) (31.4%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (14.2%), Other (Hispanic) (6.22%), and Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (4.62%).

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City of Laurel

Wikipedia

Niche

Data USA

Laurel Park

Savage Mill

Riverfront Park

UM Laurel Medical Center

North Laurel Community Center

Fitness Evolution

LA Fitness

Savage Park

Orangetheory Fitness 

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