Fairwood, Maryland facts for kids
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Fairwood, Maryland
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Prince George's |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.42 sq mi (8.85 km2) |
| • Land | 3.41 sq mi (8.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 7,983 |
| • Density | 2,338.31/sq mi (902.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 24-27580 |
Fairwood is a community in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It is an area where people live that is not officially a city or town. Instead, it is called a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means the government counts the people living there for official records. In 2020, the population of Fairwood was 7,983 people.
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Where is Fairwood?
Fairwood is located in the state of Maryland, in the Prince George's County. It is in the eastern part of the United States. The exact location is 38°57′22″N 76°46′25″W / 38.95611°N 76.77361°W. The total land area of Fairwood is about 8.84 square kilometers (or 3.41 square miles).
How Many People Live in Fairwood?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 5,031 | — | |
| 2020 | 7,983 | 58.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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The number of people living in Fairwood has grown over time. In 2010, about 5,031 people lived there. By 2020, the population had increased to 7,983 people. This shows that more families and individuals have chosen to make Fairwood their home.
Community Diversity
Fairwood is a diverse community. People from many different backgrounds live there. The population includes people of various races and ethnicities. This mix of cultures helps make Fairwood a rich and interesting place to live.
Schools in Fairwood
Fairwood is part of the Prince George's County Public School System. This means students in Fairwood attend schools managed by the county.
Elementary Schools
Younger students in Fairwood can attend several elementary schools. These include Woodmore, Glenn Dale, Whitehall, and High Bridge Elementary Schools.
Middle Schools
For middle school, students go to Thomas Johnson, Samuel Ogle, or Benjamin Tasker Middle Schools. These schools help prepare students for high school.
High Schools
Older students attend high school at either DuVal High School or Bowie High School. These high schools offer many subjects and activities for teens.
See also
In Spanish: Fairwood (Maryland) para niños
