Cloverly, Maryland facts for kids
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Cloverly, Maryland
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Location of Cloverly, Maryland
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Montgomery |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.10 sq mi (26.16 km2) |
| • Land | 10.06 sq mi (26.07 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 515 ft (157 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 15,285 |
| • Density | 1,518.63/sq mi (586.37/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
20905
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| Area code(s) | 301, 240 |
| FIPS code | 24-18150 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2389336 |
Cloverly is a community located in Montgomery County, Maryland, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated town" and a "census-designated place." This means it's a recognized area with a name, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county. In 2020, about 15,285 people lived in Cloverly.
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Exploring Cloverly's Location and Area
Cloverly is a special kind of place. It doesn't have official borders like a city. However, the United States Census Bureau recognizes it for counting people. The United States Geological Survey also lists it as a populated area.
What is Cloverly's Size?
According to the Census Bureau, Cloverly covers about 3.9 square miles (10.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within its boundaries.
Where is Cloverly's Center?
The main commercial area of Cloverly is found where New Hampshire Avenue (also known as Maryland Route 650) meets Briggs Chaney Road. This is where many shops and businesses are located.
Understanding Cloverly's Population
The population of Cloverly is counted by the United States Census Bureau every ten years. This helps us understand how many people live there and what the community looks like.
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| 2010 | 15,126 | — | |
| 2020 | 15,285 | 1.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010–2020 |
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Cloverly's Population in 2010
In 2010, the total population of Cloverly was 15,126 people. The community was quite diverse. About 47% of the residents were White. Around 25% were African American. About 18% of the population was Asian. People of Hispanic background made up about 10% of the residents.
Cloverly's Population in 2000
Back in 2000, Cloverly had a population of 7,835 people. There were 2,492 households, which are groups of people living together. Many of these households (43.7%) had children under 18 living with them. Most households (71.4%) were married couples.
The average household had about 3.14 people. The average family had about 3.41 people. In terms of age, about 29% of the population was under 18 years old. About 8.9% were 65 years or older. The average age in Cloverly was 39 years old.
Learning and Schools in Cloverly
Education is very important in Cloverly. The public schools in the area are managed by Montgomery County Public Schools.
Public Schools Serving Cloverly
Several public schools serve the students of Cloverly. Cloverly Elementary School is located right within the community. Students then typically go to Briggs Chaney Middle School. For high school, students attend one of three schools that are part of the Northeast Consortium:
- James Hubert Blake High School
- Paint Branch High School
- Springbrook High School
Of these high schools, only James Hubert Blake High School is located inside the Cloverly census-designated place.
Places of Worship in Cloverly
As of 2019, Cloverly is home to 32 different religious institutions. These include places of worship for Christians, Ahmadi Muslims, and Jains. This shows the diverse community living in Cloverly.
See also
- Cloverly, Maryland (This article in English)
- In Spanish: Cloverly (Maryland) para niños
