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Konterra, Maryland
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 Konterra, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Konterra, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Prince George's |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.13 sq mi (15.87 km2) |
| • Land | 6.07 sq mi (15.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,158 |
| • Density | 520.69/sq mi (201.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 301, 240 |
| FIPS code | 24-44715 |
Konterra is a community located in Prince George's County, Maryland, in the United States. It is known as a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means the U.S. Census Bureau counts its population separately for official records.
In 2020, about 3,158 people lived in Konterra. Some parts of Konterra were once considered part of another community called West Laurel.
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Exploring Konterra's Location
Konterra is found in the northern part of Prince George's County. You can find its exact spot using coordinates: 39.0702 degrees North and 76.8986 degrees West.
Land and Water Area
The United States Census Bureau says Konterra covers a total area of about 6.4 square miles (16.5 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 6.3 square miles (16.4 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), is water.
Nearby Communities
Konterra is located near important roads like Interstate 95 and Maryland Route 200. Several other towns and communities are close by:
- To the northeast is the city of Laurel.
- West Laurel is to the north, and South Laurel is to the east.
- To the south is Beltsville.
- Calverton is to the southwest.
- In Montgomery County, to the northwest, you'll find Burtonsville.
Understanding Konterra's Population
The United States Census Bureau collects information about people living in different areas every ten years. This helps us understand how communities are growing and changing.
Population Changes Over Time
Here's how Konterra's population has changed:
- In 2010, the population was 2,527 people.
- By 2020, the population grew to 3,158 people.
People and Backgrounds in Konterra (2020)
The 2020 census also looked at the different backgrounds of people living in Konterra. It's important to remember that "Hispanic/Latino" is an ethnic group, and people from this group can be of any race.
- White (not Hispanic): 17.45% of the population.
- Black or African American (not Hispanic): 50.06% of the population.
- Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic): 0.32% of the population.
- Asian (not Hispanic): 15.39% of the population.
- Some Other Race (not Hispanic): 0.57% of the population.
- Mixed Race (not Hispanic): 3.61% of the population.
- Hispanic or Latino (any race): 12.60% of the population.
Education in Konterra
Students living in Konterra attend schools that are part of the Prince George's County Public Schools system. Here are some of the schools that serve different parts of the community:
Elementary Schools
- Bond Mill Elementary School, located in West Laurel.
- Chesapeake Math and IT Academy North Elementary, also in West Laurel.
- Vansville Elementary School, located in an unincorporated area nearby.
Middle Schools
- Chesapeake Math and IT Academy North Middle, found in West Laurel.
- Martin Luther King Middle School, located in Beltsville.
High Schools
- Chesapeake Math and IT Academy North High, located in West Laurel.
- Laurel High School, found in Laurel.
- High Point High School, located in Beltsville.
See also
In Spanish: Konterra para niños
