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South Laurel, MD

South Laurel is an unincorporated area and census-designated place (CDP) in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. Per the 2020 census, the population was 29,602.

South Laurel is located at 39°4′22″N 76°51′4″W (39.072741, −76.851007). 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km²), of which 8.2 square miles (21.2 km²) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km²), or 0.42%, is water.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $51,043, and the median income for a family was $60,028. Males had a median income of $38,559 versus $32,068 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $24,564. About 3.5% of families and 5.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.9% of those under age 18 and 3.0% of those age 65 or over.

South Laurel CDP is served by schools in the Prince George's County Public Schools. Zoned elementary schools serving sections of the CDP include Deerfield Run, James Harrison, Laurel, Montpelier, Oaklands, and Evansville. Most residents are zoned to Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School in South Laurel while some are zoned to Martin Luther King Middle School in Beltsville. All residents are zoned to Laurel High School in Laurel.

Capitol Technology University is in South Laurel, on the site of the former Beltsville Speedway (a.k.a. Baltimore-Washington Speedway).

South Laurel places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with a variety of healthcare facilities, such as the MedStar Montgomery Medical Center and UM Laurel Medical Center which offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. For a full fitness experience, visit  The Endurance Factory Fitness – Home of CrossFit TEF which offers modern gym facilities and fitness classes. For fitness enthusiasts, Planet Fitness provides a well-equipped gym with a range of exercise equipment and fitness classes. For aquatic activities, Fairland Aquatics Center offers swimming pools and aquatic fitness programs. Massage Envy in Laurel provides therapeutic massages and skin care treatments to help you relax and rejuvenate. 

The top sites in South Laurel, MD: Patuxent Research Refuge, Granville Gude Park, and Montpelier House Museum.

Elevation: 160 ft (49 m). ZIP code: 20724. Area Code: 240. Area: 20.99 km². Population: 26,000 (2021).

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What are the demographics of South Laurel, MD?

South Laurel has a 2024 population of 29,261. South Laurel is currently growing at a rate of 1.45% annually and its population has increased by 6.05% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 27,593 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of South Laurel was Black or African American: 63.45%, White: 15.18%, Other race: 10.33%, Asian: 5.35%, Two or more races: 5.3%, Native American: 0.38%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

Is South Laurel, MD a good place to live?

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

Is South Laurel, MD a city or a town?

South Laurel is an unincorporated area and census-designated place (CDP) in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. Per the 2020 census, the population was 29,602. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km2), or 0.42%, is water.

Sources

Prince George’s County

Wikipedia

World Population Review

Niche

Patuxent Research Refuge

Granville Gude Park

Montpelier House Museum

MedStar Montgomery Medical Center

UM Laurel Medical Center 

The Endurance Factory Fitness

Planet Fitness

Fairland Aquatics Center

Massage Envy

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