College ParkMaryland
College Park is a city in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States, located approximately four miles (6.4 km) from the northeast border of Washington, D.C. Its population was 34,740 at the 2020 United States census.
Intro: Wikipedia
About College Park
College Park is a thriving city in central Maryland counting 34,667 people who proudly call it home. It ranks as the 8th largest city in Maryland.
College Park holds the status of an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 5.62 square miles, giving it a compact, walkable footprint at roughly 6,169 residents per square mile.
What Makes College Park Unique
- A top-25 city in Maryland by population (#8 of 157 incorporated places).
- Home to 2.2% of Maryland's city-dwelling population.
- Part of the fabric of Maryland — one of 536 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Big enough for services and schools, small enough to feel like home.
- Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 34,667.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 2 miles.
📍 Neighborhoods in College Park
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🍽️ Where to Eat in College Park
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · click a restaurant to read or write reviews.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- LEAFHouse · Attraction
- The David C. Driskell Center · Art gallery
- The Stamp Gallery · Art gallery
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in College Park
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in College Park
- Hollywood Elementary
- Paint Branch Elementary
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.