Bayview, Baltimore facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bayview
aka Hopkins-Bayview |
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neighborhood statistical area
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 Bayview
aka Hopkins-Bayview Location in Baltimore
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maryland |
| City | Baltimore |
| Area | |
| • Total | .450 sq mi (1.17 km2) |
| • Land | .450 sq mi (1.17 km2) |
| Population
(2009)
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| • Total | 506 |
| • Density | 1,124.4/sq mi (434.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
21224
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| Area code | 410, 443, and 667 |
Bayview, also known as Hopkins-Bayview, is a neighborhood in the Southeast District of Baltimore. It is located between the Pulaski industrial area to the east and Greektown to the west.
This neighborhood is bordered by Lombard Street to the north and Kane Street to the east. To the south, you'll find Eastern Avenue, and I-895 is to the west. The Joseph Lee neighborhood is also part of this area. Long ago, people called this neighborhood "A to K." This was because its streets were named in alphabetical order, like Anglesea, Bonsal, and Kane.
A very important part of Bayview is the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. This large medical campus covers about 130 acres. It is a major center for healthcare and medical research.
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What Makes Bayview Special?
A Hub for Health and Research
The Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center is a big hospital and research center. It helps many people and teaches new doctors. This center is a key part of the Bayview community.
National Research Institutes
Two important branches of the National Institutes of Health are located on the Johns Hopkins Bayview campus. These are the National Institute on Aging and the National Institute on Drug Abuse. These institutes conduct important research to help people stay healthy and understand health issues.
Who Lives in Bayview?
Understanding the Community
In 2000, about 460 people lived in the Bayview neighborhood. The community is made up of people from many different backgrounds. This mix of cultures makes Bayview a diverse place to live.
A Look at Homes and Jobs
There were 95 homes in the neighborhood. Most of these homes were occupied by families or individuals. About 27% of the people living in Bayview had jobs. The average household income was $28,750.
