Laurel, Maryland
Laurel: city in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States
About
Laurel is a city located in the county of Prince George's in the U.S. state of Maryland. Its population at the 2010 census was 25,115 and a population density of 2,028 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 25,548 inhabitants.
The city was created 156 years ago in 1869.
Quick Facts about Laurel
| Population | 25,548 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Maryland (United States) |
| County | Prince George's County |
| Postal code | 20707–20709, 20725–20726 |
| Area | 12.39 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.0993,-76.8483 |
| Altitude | 164 feet / 50 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1870 (156 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:57:37 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 2,063 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.69% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Laurel is located at 39°5'57"N 76°50'54"W (39.0992800, -76.8483100).
Laurel map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 78. Northwest wind 3 to 7 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Laurel increased by 1.69% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,115 | - | census |
| 2011 | 25,216 | 0.4% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 25,381 | 0.65% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 25,576 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 25,812 | 0.91% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 25,913 | 0.39% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 25,855 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 25,775 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 25,687 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 25,631 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 25,548 | -0.32% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Laurel
1Laurel Park
198 Laurel Race Track Rd, Laurel, MD 20725, United States View details
Phone: +13017250400 | Website available
2Granville Gude Park
8300 Mulberry St, Laurel, MD 20707, United States View details
Phone: +13014903530 | Website available
3Urban Air Adventure Park
13446 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, United States View details
Phone: +14108815400 | Website available
4Maryland City Park
565 Brock Bridge Rd, Laurel, MD 20724, United States View details
Phone: +14102227317
5High Ridge Park
10100 Superior Ave, Laurel, MD 20723, United States View details
Phone: +14103134700 | Website available
Where to Eat in Laurel
1Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
14650 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, United States View details
Phone: +13014980881 | Website available
2IHOP
15004 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, United States View details
Phone: +13014987488 | Website available
3Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
14140 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, United States View details
Phone: +13014833500 | Website available
4Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
15006 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, United States View details
Phone: +13017250041 | Website available
5LongHorn Steakhouse
13600 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, United States View details
Phone: +13016173500 | Website available
Where to Stay in Laurel
1Red Roof Inn Washington, DC - Laurel
12525 Laurel Bowie Rd, Laurel, MD 20708, United States View details
Phone: +13014988811 | Website available
2Quality Inn & Suites Laurel
1 Second St, Laurel, MD 20707, United States View details
Phone: +13017258800 | Website available
3Super 8 by Wyndham Laurel
9920 Washington Blvd N, Laurel, MD 20723, United States View details
Phone: +13014987750 | Website available
4Travelodge by Wyndham Laurel
3380 Fort Meade Rd, Laurel, MD 20724, United States View details
Phone: +13014985553 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Laurel
1Laurel City Mayor
8103 Sandy Spring Rd, Laurel, MD 20707 View details
Phone: +13017255300 | Website available
People born in Laurel (22)
People born in Laurel, including boxer Andrew Maynard, triathlete Carole Sharpless, actress Laura Cayouette, .
More notable people
- Emory Kristof (American photographer) he was born in 19/11/1942
- Bill Green (American hammer thrower) he was born in 28/04/1960
- Christine Corday (American artist) she was born in 01/01/1970
- Constance Cepko (American developmental biologist)
- Ed Hodgkiss (American football player and coach) he was born in 23/10/1970
- Jim Brown (professional baseball outfielder) he was born in 31/03/1897
- Joanne Blyton (Member of the Montana House of Representatives) she was born in 07/12/1947
- Karl G. Taylor, Sr. (Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipient (1939-1968)) he was born in 14/07/1939
- Louis Carter (American football player) he was born in 06/02/1953
- Ray Vigliotti (American soccer player) he was born in 13/01/1960
- Rob Ryerson (American soccer player-coach) he was born in 06/06/1964
- Tiffany McCarty (American professional soccer player) she was born in 14/12/1990
- Edward Phelps (American politician (1861-1931)) he was born in 05/01/1861
- Horace Capron, Jr. (Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 01/01/1840
- John Lillibridge (American football player and coach) he was born in 27/06/1878
- John Overington (American politician) he was born in 05/06/1946
- Bert Sadler (american photographer (1875-1963)) he was born in 31/10/1875
- Isabel Haslup Lamb (American physician) she was born in 16/09/1864
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Laurel, MD. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 480994 | Aspen Beauty Academy of Laurel | Laurel (MD) | 20724 |
| 162061 | Capitol Technology University | Laurel (MD) | 20708 |
| 163028 | Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia | Columbia (MD) | 21046 |
| 164085 | Maryland University of Integrative Health | Laurel (MD) | 20723 |
| 488749 | Paul Mitchell the School-Jessup | Jessup (MD) | 20794 |
Nearby Transit Stations (26)
Rail and bus stations connected to Laurel, MD. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NCR | New Carrollton station | 4300 Garden City Drive | RAIL |
| BWI | BWI Rail Station | 7 Amtrak Way | RAIL |
| RKV | Rockville station | 251 Hungerford Drive at Park Rd. | RAIL |
| WAS | Washington Union Station | 50 Massachusetts Ave NE | RAIL |
| BAL | Pennsylvania Station | 1515 North Charles Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Laurel.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Laurel Post Office | Laurel (MD) | 20707 |
| Laurel Carrier Annex Post Office | Laurel (MD) | 20707 |
| Laurel Common Post Office | Laurel (MD) | 20707 |
| Montpelier Post Office | Laurel (MD) | 20708 |
| Savag Post Office | Savage (MD) | 20763 |
Other places with the same name (7)
- Laurel, Mississippi city in Mississippi, United States of America with a population of 18,197 people.
- Laurel, Montana city in Yellowstone County, Montana, USA with a population of 6,715 people.
- Laurel, Delaware town in Sussex County, Delaware, USA with a population of 4,511 people.
- Laurel, Indiana town in Laurel Township, Franklin County, Indiana, USA with a population of 1,791 people.
- Laurel, Ohio human settlement in United States of America with a population of 1,121 people.
- Laurel, Nebraska city in Cedar County, Nebraska, United States with a population of 912 people.
- Laurel, Iowa city in Marshall County, Iowa, USA with a population of 234 people.
Other cities in Prince George's County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Prince George's County , MD. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bowie | 58,212 | The most populous city in Prince George's County, Maryland. |
| Chillum | 33,513 | Census designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States |
| College Park | 32,173 | Public research university in the city of College Park in Prince George's County, Maryland |
| South Laurel | 26,112 | Census designated place in Prince George’s County, Maryland, United States |
| Fort Washington | 24,183 | Unincorporated community in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States |
| Greenbelt | 23,229 | City in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States |
| Camp Springs | 19,096 | Census designated place in Prince George’s County, Maryland, United States |
| Langley Park | 18,755 | Census designated place in Maryland, United States |
| Hyattsville | 18,217 | City in Prince George’s County, Maryland, United States |
| Calverton | 17,724 | Unincorporated area in Montgomery and Prince George's County, Maryland, United States |
| Beltsville | 16,772 | Census designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States |
| Hillcrest Heights | 16,469 | City in Polk County, Florida, United States of America |
| East Riverdale | 15,509 | Area in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States |
| Adelphi | 15,086 | Census designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States |
| Glenn Dale | 13,466 | Census designated place in Maryland, United States |
| New Carrollton | 12,909 | City in Prince George’s County, Maryland, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Laurel distances to largest Maryland cities