Greater Landover, Maryland facts for kids
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Greater Landover, Maryland
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Former census-designated place
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Prince George's |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km2) |
| • Land | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 22,900 |
| • Density | 5,560.9/sq mi (2,147.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
20784-85
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| FIPS code | 24-34711 |
Greater Landover was a special kind of area in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was called a "census-designated place" (CDP) during the year 2000 United States Census. This just means it was an area the government counted for population, but it wasn't an official city or town.
In 2000, about 22,900 people lived there. By 2007, the number was estimated to be around 22,665. Later, for the 2010 United States Census, this area was simply called the Landover CDP.
What Was Greater Landover?
Greater Landover was created by combining a few smaller areas. These areas included Landover, Dodge Park, Kentland, and Palmer Park. The U.S. Census Bureau put them all together for the 2000 Census.
After 2000, this combined area got a new, shorter name. For the 2010 Census, it was simply known as the Landover CDP.
Where Was Greater Landover Located?
Greater Landover was located in the state of Maryland, in the United States. You can find its exact spot on a map using these coordinates: 38°55′28″N 76°53′14″W / 38.92444°N 76.88722°W.
The total size of Greater Landover was about 4.1 square miles (which is about 10.7 square kilometers). All of this area was land, meaning there were no large lakes or rivers within its borders.
Who Lived in Greater Landover?
In the year 2000, about 22,900 people lived in Greater Landover. There were 7,696 households, which means 7,696 different homes or groups of people living together. Out of these, 5,656 were families.
Most people living in Greater Landover were African American (about 92%). About 4% were White, and smaller groups were Native American, Asian, Pacific Islander, or from other backgrounds. About 3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (about 40.9%) had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 3 people. The average family had about 3.4 people.
The median age of people in Greater Landover was 30 years old. This means half the people were younger than 30, and half were older. About 33% of the population was under 18.
In 2000, the median income for a household in Greater Landover was about $37,730 per year. For families, the median income was a bit higher, around $38,315. The average income per person was about $15,191.
