Linthicum, Maryland
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| Linthicum, Maryland | |
|---|---|
| Name | Linthicum, Maryland |
| Settlement type | Census-designated place |
| Pushpin label position | left |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Maryland |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Anne Arundel County |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | 1893 |
| Unit pref | Imperial |
| Area total sq mi | 4.2 |
| Area land sq mi | 4.2 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.0 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population total | 10824 |
| Population density sq mi | auto |
| Timezone | Eastern (EST) |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Elevation ft | 151 |
| Postal code type | ZIP codes |
| Postal code | 21090 |
| Area code | 410, 443, 667 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 24-47125 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 0590685 |
Linthicum, Maryland is a census-designated place located in northern Anne Arundel County. It is a primarily residential suburb situated between the major urban centers of Baltimore and Annapolis. The community is known for its proximity to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and its role as a transportation hub within the Baltimore metropolitan area.
History
The area's development is closely tied to the expansion of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad in the late 19th century, with the community formally established in 1893 by developers Abel Linthicum and his sons. Growth accelerated with the 1929 opening of Friendship Airport, which later became a major international facility. The National Security Agency's establishment at nearby Fort George G. Meade in the 1950s further spurred residential development, transforming the area from rural farmland into a key suburb. Historical landmarks include the Linthicum Heights United Methodist Church, a congregation with roots in the early 20th century.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of it land. It is positioned on the Atlantic Coastal Plain, with terrain characterized by gentle rolling hills. The community is bounded roughly by the Baltimore Beltway to the north, the Baltimore–Washington Parkway to the west, and Maryland Route 170 to the east. Several small streams, part of the Patapsco River watershed, flow through the area. Its central location provides easy access to Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and Annapolis.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, the population was 10,824. The racial makeup is predominantly White and African American, with growing Asian and Hispanic communities. The median household income is above the average for Anne Arundel County, reflecting its stable, middle-class character. Housing stock consists largely of single-family homes built from the mid-20th century onward, with some older Victorian-era houses in the original town center and more recent apartment complexes.
Education
Public education is administered by the Anne Arundel County Public Schools system. Key schools serving the community include Linthicum Elementary School, George T. Cromwell Elementary School, and Linthicum Heights Elementary School, which feed into Linthicum's middle and high schools in adjacent areas. The area is also served by the North County Area Library, a branch of the Anne Arundel County Public Library. Several private and parochial schools, such as those affiliated with the Archdiocese of Baltimore, operate in the region.
Transportation
The community is a major transportation nexus, anchored by Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Major roadways include Interstate 695, Interstate 97, and the Baltimore–Washington Parkway. Public transit is provided by the Maryland Transit Administration, with bus routes connecting to the Baltimore Light RailLink at the North Linthicum station and the MARC Train at the BWI Rail Station. The BWI Trail, a recreational path, encircles the airport and connects to area neighborhoods.
Notable people
Notable individuals associated with the area include former Major League Baseball player and manager Dave Trembley, and John P. McDonough, who served as Secretary of State of Maryland. Christine M. Toretti, a prominent businesswoman and Republican National Committeewoman, has roots in the community. The area has also been home to several military personnel and civilian employees serving at Fort George G. Meade and the National Security Agency.
Category:Census-designated places in Maryland Category:Populated places in Anne Arundel County, Maryland