Burtonsville, Maryland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Burtonsville, Maryland
Census-designated place
Location of Burtonsville, Maryland
Country	United States
State	Maryland
County	Montgomery
Area
• Total	8.21 sq mi (21.27 km2)
• Land	7.84 sq mi (20.30 km2)
• Water	0.38 sq mi (0.97 km2)
Elevation	433 ft (132 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	9,498
• Density	1,211.94/sq mi (467.94/km2)
Time zone	UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP code	20866
Area code(s)	240, 301
FIPS code	24-11750
GNIS feature ID	2389261

Burtonsville is a community in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It is a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area defined by the government for counting people, but it's not an official city or town with its own local government. Burtonsville is located in the northeast part of Montgomery County. It sits close to the borders of Howard and Prince George's counties. It's considered a suburban area within the larger Washington D.C. Metro Area.

Burtonsville is about 20 miles southwest of downtown Baltimore. It's also 16 miles north of downtown Washington D.C. and 25 miles from Annapolis. In 2020, about 9,498 people lived in Burtonsville.

History of Burtonsville

Early Days: Patuxent Hundred

Long ago, in colonial times, the area where Burtonsville now stands was called the Patuxent Hundred. A "hundred" was a small community or division of a county. This community had about 100 people living there. Records from Prince George's County show that in 1699, two people, Thomas Wells and Thomas Pindell, were chosen to oversee the Patuxent Hundred.

First Land Owners

Some of the very first large pieces of land given out here were called Maiden's Fancy and Bear Bacon. Maiden's Fancy was about 580 acres and was surveyed in 1700. Bear Bacon was 600 acres and surveyed in 1703. Another important landowner was Richard Snowden. He owned many large areas, including Snowdens Manor (9,265 acres) and Snowdens Mill (546 acres). These big land areas were later divided into smaller plots. These smaller plots were then rented or sold to farmers and other settlers.

How Burtonsville Got Its Name

The community of Burtonsville was first known as Burton's. It got its name from Isaac Burton. In 1825, Isaac Burton bought out his brothers' and sisters' shares of his father's land. This made him the main landowner in the area. Isaac and his wife Keturah had 17 children! Many of their children stayed and lived in the area as adults.

The community grew around where Old Columbia Pike and the road to Sandy Spring met. In the 1850s, Isaac Burton became the first postmaster. He ran the new post office from his store at this important intersection. Today, the main part of Burtonsville is still centered around the intersection of Maryland Route 198 and U.S. Route 29.

Burtonsville's Geography

Burtonsville is an "unincorporated area." This means its exact borders are not officially set by a local government. However, the United States Census Bureau and the United States Geological Survey recognize it. They define it as a census-designated place (CDP) for counting people and mapping.

The total area of Burtonsville is about 8.0 square miles (20.7 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 7.8 square miles (20.2 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.2 square miles (0.5 square kilometers), is water.

People of Burtonsville (Demographics)

In 2020, the population of Burtonsville was 9,498 people. There were 3,082 households in the area. The population density was about 1,211.9 people per square mile (467.9 people per square kilometer).

Burtonsville is a diverse community. In 2020, the population included people from many different backgrounds. About 24.7% of residents were White, 37.5% were African American, and 25.6% were Asian. About 7.3% of people identified as two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 11.2% of the population.

Most households in 2020 were married couples living together (75%). About 12% of households had a female head with no husband present. The average household size was 3.34 people.

About 23.2% of the population was under 18 years old. About 13.4% of residents were 65 years old or older. Females made up 46.4% of the population.

The median income for a household in Burtonsville was $138,416. The median income for a family was $94,991. The average income per person was $48,711. About 3.2% of the population lived below the poverty line. This included 1.6% of those under 18 and 3.4% of those 65 or older.

Getting Around Burtonsville (Transportation)

Burtonsville is a town where it's easy to use public transportation. There are more than 10 Metro bus stops throughout the community. Many residents use these bus services often. Burtonsville also has a large "Park & Ride" lot. This is a convenient place for people to park their cars and then take a Metro or Charter bus. It's located right off U.S. Route 29 when heading south.

Nearby Airports

There are three major airports within about an hour's drive from Burtonsville:

• Baltimore–Washington International Airport (BWI), 18 miles away
• Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Reagan), 28 miles away
• Washington Dulles International Airport (Dulles), 37 miles away

Major Roads and Highways

Several important roads and highways pass through or near Burtonsville:

• Intercounty Connector (MD 200)
• U.S. Route 29
• Maryland Route 198
• Maryland Route 28, which goes west toward Rockville, MD
• Interstate 95, about 4 miles to the east
• Interstate 495 (Capital Beltway), about 9 miles away via U.S. Route 29 South

Burtonsville Neighborhoods

Burtonsville is made up of many different neighborhoods. Some of these include:

• McKnew (near McKnew Road and Maryland Route 198)
• Blackburn (near U.S. Route 29)
• Greencastle
• Country Place
• Briarcliff
• Lion's Den
• Dustin Road
• Perrywood Estates
• Peach Orchard
• Riding Stable
• Kruhm Road
• Dino Drive

Burtonsville Culture and Community

Burtonsville has a lively community spirit!

Burtonsville Day

Each year, Burtonsville hosts an event called "Burtonsville Day." This is a big celebration that includes a parade, a festival, and a craft fair. There are games for children, live bands playing music, and lots of food to enjoy. Many small gatherings happen in different places around town. These can include fun activities like petting zoos and various games for everyone.

Burtonsville Cars and Coffee

Car fans in Burtonsville have a special gathering called "Burtonsville Cars and Coffee." It's also known as "The Church Of The Holy Donut." This is an informal meeting where car enthusiasts get together every Sunday. They show off all kinds of vehicles, from classic cars to modern, custom-designed automobiles.

Burtonsville Lions Club

The Burtonsville Lions Club is an important group in the community. It's part of an international organization. This club focuses on community service in Burtonsville and the areas nearby. They help organize events and support local causes.

Education in Burtonsville

Burtonsville has three public schools. These schools are part of the Montgomery County Public Schools System. All three schools are located on the same road, Old Columbia Pike.

• Paint Branch High School
• Benjamin Banneker Middle School
• Burtonsville Elementary School

See also

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